Take a moment to read more about the work being done in Santa Barbara County regarding foundational literacy. Claire Krock has been actively involved in supporting high quality literacy instruction that aligns with the science of reading research for many years and continues to champion for change in all elementary schools.
Five Santa Barbara County Campuses Named California Distinguished Schools

We’re proud to celebrate the recognition of Vieja Valley and Peabody Charter as 2025 California Distinguished Schools. BookSmart Consulting supported the implementation of structured literacy practices at both campuses, working alongside dedicated educators and staff who made this achievement possible.

When a Community Takes a Stand for Literacy

Claire Krock discusses the importance of the piloting of the Literacy Project at one of the district’s elementary schools in the 2017-2018 school year.

Teacher Tackles the “Human Cost” of Failing to Address Dyslexia and Learning Differences

Claire Krock launches a highly successful literacy program for students. The goal of the program is to tackle the long-standing issue of dyslexia and learning differences.

Peabody Charter School Opens New Chapter on Reading Intervention

Claire Krock and the Peabody Charter leadership team spearhead a system of reading intervention that supports children learning to read in alignment with the Science of Reading.