Close the Gap Keynote


A meaningful, memorable and measurable experience.

I know it because I live it.


I am Amanda Powell, a leader in dyslexia and Special Education. With a Bachelor’s in Special Education, an Administrative Credential, and certifications in dyslexia and autism. I am on a mission to transform schools by closing the literacy gap.

As CEO of Close the Gap, I empower educators with tools and strategies to address dyslexia and equip students with the skills they need to thrive. My own personal journey with dyslexia, diagnosed at 35, and as a mother of two children with the same diagnosis, fuels my passion to help schools not only meet academic goals but to change students’ lives.

What others are saying


" Amanda was amazing at presenting. There were many ah-ha's that got me excited to go back to my classroom to work with students."
-Victoria Duran /Reading Specialist

"Amanda totally shifted my perception. I have a deeper understanding and empathy. Her perspective and experience as an individual, parent, and educator of dyslexia allowed us to learn from all facets- Incredible!"
-Megan Van Groun /Reading Specialist

Speaking Topics

Shift your Classroom:

Harness The Untapped Power of Perspective

  • Discover the success of seeing beyond the label

  • Find the 'why' of behavior to reduce impact

  • Learn healthy detachment from emotions for improved student connection

Shift your Classroom:

Successfully Ignite The Power of Goal Setting

  • Discover the key to purpose driven goal setting

  • Create a simple but effective roadmap to reach your goals

  • Learn the unknown factor to correctly measure progres

Shift your classroom:

The Life Changing Power to Teach to the Need

  • 3 tools to identify the student's true need

  • Learn how to effectively make an instructional match

  • Discover how to adjust your teaching on spot to meet students where they are

Past Clients

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