Kari Kurto

Kari Kurto

Keynote Speaker: National Science of Reading Project Director at The Reading League

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Kari Kurto Biography

Kari Kurto serves as the National Science of Reading Project Director at The Reading League (TRL), where she oversees initiatives such as The Reading League Compass, the Curriculum Evaluation Guidelines, and the Curriculum Navigation Reports. She also leads efforts to support multilingual and English learners and manages several communities of practice.

Before joining TRL, Kurto was a literacy specialist at the Rhode Island Department of Education, leading statewide efforts to implement the Rhode Island Right to Read Act. She is an Orton-Gillingham practitioner and has taught at Middlebridge School in Narragansett, RI, and Rawson Saunders School in Austin, TX. Earlier in her career, Kurto worked as a casting director in Los Angeles.

Kurto is a member of the Path Forward advisory group and has presented to schools, districts, professional organizations, and state education departments. She is certified by the Academy of Orton-Gillingham Practitioners and Educators (AOGPE), the International Dyslexia Association (IDA), and the Center for Effective Reading Instruction (CERI).

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Kari Kurto Speaking Topics

Conducting a Literacy Symphony – An evidence-based practice in harmony

This presentation will help you understand what the components of evidence-aligned literacy instruction are, provides an example of what it feels like not to be taught using explicit instruction, tackles instruction for multilingual learners and cultural responsiveness, along with an understanding of the role of assessment and MTSS.

Kari Kurto Videos

Kari Kurto - More Than a Test Podcast

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What topics does Kari Kurto speak about?

Kari Kurto is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Literacy, Education and Educational Motivational.

Where does Kari Kurto travel from?

Kari Kurto generally travels from Narragansett, RI, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

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Kari Kurto is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Literacy, Education and Educational Motivational. The estimated speaking fee range to book Kari Kurto for live events is Below $10,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Kari Kurto generally travels from Narragansett, RI, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Zaretta Hammond, Carol Tolman and Wiley Blevins. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Kari Kurto for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 14/07/2025.

Kari Kurto Speaking Topics

  • Conducting a Literacy Symphony – An evidence-based practice in harmony

    This presentation will help you understand what the components of evidence-aligned literacy instruction are, provides an example of what it feels like not to be taught using explicit instruction, tackles instruction for multilingual learners and cultural responsiveness, along with an understanding of the role of assessment and MTSS.

Kari Kurto Videos

Kari Kurto - More Than a Test Podcast
  • How do I book Kari Kurto to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Kari Kurto for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Kari Kurto, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Kari Kurto or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Kari Kurto for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Kari Kurto, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is Below $10,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Kari Kurto, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Kari Kurto speak about?

    Kari Kurto is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Literacy, Education and Educational Motivational.
  • Where does Kari Kurto travel from?

    Kari Kurto generally travels from Narragansett, RI, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Kari Kurto?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Kari Kurto for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Kari Kurto for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Kari Kurto or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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