Who We Are
CulturED Lit is a student-centered literacy practice.
We work with students and families to create meaningful literacy experiences rooted in culture, community, and voice. Our programs center students as thinkers and storytellers—helping them build skills, confidence, and a positive relationship with reading and writing.
Who We Serve
What Makes Our Approach Different
CulturED Lit offers Virtual Literacy Tutoring in three distinct tracks so students receive the right level of support based on their academic placement and learning needs. All tutoring is delivered through live, interactive online sessions grounded in culturally sustaining, liberatory instruction.
Community Literacy Programs
Small-group reading and writing circles where students explore meaningful texts, share ideas, and build literacy confidence together.
Small-Group Tutoring
Student-centered literacy support focused on reading comprehension, writing development, and academic confidence—without pressure or shame.
Youth Reading & Writing Circles
Creative, discussion-based spaces where students engage stories, ideas, and identity through collaborative learning.
Educator Workshops
Professional learning for educators seeking to center student voice, equity, and humanizing literacy practices.
About CulturED Lit
CulturED Literacy & Development exists to support students through student-centered, community-based literacy experiences that build confidence, skill, and voice.
We believe literacy should feel meaningful, affirming, and empowering—not stressful or isolating.
What We Believe
- Students bring valuable knowledge, stories, and perspectives
- Literacy grows through dialogue, connection, and trust
- Reading and writing are tools for understanding the world and oneself
- Culture and language are assets
- Learning should expand confidence and possibility
How We Work With Students
At CulturED Lit, students learn in small groups where they can:
- Read texts that feel relevant and engaging
- Talk openly about ideas and questions
- Write without fear of being “wrong”
- Build skills at their own pace
- Feel seen, heard, and respected
Services
On-Level Literacy Support (Small Group)
On-Level Literacy Support provides live, small-group online tutoring for students enrolled in on-level English courses who need help strengthening reading comprehension, writing organization, and academic language.
Honors & Advanced Literacy Support (Small Group)
Honors & Advanced Literacy Support offers live, small-group online tutoring for students enrolled in honors, advanced, or pre-AP English courses.
One-on-One Literacy Coaching (Individual)
One-on-One Literacy Coaching provides fully personalized virtual literacy support for students who need individualized attention, flexible pacing, or private instruction.