Pearson Assessment for Learning Suite (PALS) Professional Development
The Pearson Assessment for Learning Suite is a category of K–12 assessments that support educators, caregivers, and students in improving their educational outcomes. Within the suite, our products make it easy to assess your students’ academic, behavioral, and overall wellbeing, while making data-informed decisions to support them.
Our professional development and training mission is to simplify complex information and make industry-leading assessments accessible and applicable to everyday users.
We bridge the gap between scientific rigor and practical application, ensuring that our assessments provide not just scores but insights that can be translated into real-world solutions.
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Get to know our team
Discover how we can help transform your teaching and learning experience!
Our team consists of experienced education and training professionals who are passionate about education and learning and are committed to your success. Each member of our team brings a wealth of knowledge in various areas. We’ll work closely with you to develop personalized training plans that cater to your organization’s unique needs, ensuring you get the most out of our products.
Allison Kline
Learning Facilitator
Amy Donato
Learning Facilitator
Cherie Davis
Learning Facilitator
Chris Belmont
Learning Facilitator
Christina Sakelarakis
Learning Facilitator
Debra LaQua
Learning Facilitator
Denise Ricks
Learning Facilitator
Meagan Gillcrist
Learning Facilitator
Melissa Sadlowski
Learning Facilitator
Scott Crooks
Learning Facilitator
Scott Piotrowski
Learning Facilitator
Stephanie Leal
Learning Facilitator
Denise Ricks
Learning Facilitator
Denise has been a Pearson Learning Facilitator with the School Assessment team since 2010, providing onsite and web-based training and consulting on customized professional development for Pearson assessments. With over 15 years at Pearson and experience as a teacher, interventionist, and literacy coach, Denise leverages her expertise to maximize learning outcomes. She holds an MEd in Reading Education from the University of Georgia and a BA in Education from UNC, Chapel Hill. Denise is an expert on aimswebPlus, DRA3, TELL, WriteToLearn and NNAT3.
Jessica Schad
Lead Learning Facilitator
Jessica is an experienced educator and professional learning specialist with over a decade in education. She leads professional development initiatives, helping educators implement data-driven instruction and innovative teaching strategies. Jessica holds a Bachelor’s in Middle Level Education from Illinois State University and a Master's in Educational Organization and Leadership from the University of Illinois. She is dedicated to making professional learning impactful, accessible, and engaging for all educators. Jessica leads our aimswebPlus team.
Sonia Stevenson
Professional Development Manager
Sonia is an educational leader with 15+ years in school psychology, special education, and administration. She’s passionate about equity, student success, and inclusive learning. She’s supported districts with strategic planning, data-driven decisions, and professional development. Sonia holds advanced degrees in school psychology and administration
Leslie Meyer
Lead Learning Facilitator
Leslie has over a decade of experience supporting clients with autism and emotional disorders. She specializes in behavior modification, crisis intervention, and individualized support, working closely with students, families, and colleagues. Leslie also trains and mentors educators, providing coaching and developing innovative training solutions. She holds a Master's in Special Education from Simmons College and a certification in Applied Behavior Analysis from Ball State University. Leslie leads our Review360 PD team.
Scott Piotrowski
Learning Facilitator
Scott is a Learning Facilitator with the School Assessment team, providing onsite and web-based training. With over two decades in education, he has worked as a school psychologist and MTSS/Title 1 Coordinator. As a nationally certified aimsweb trainer since 2010, Scott specializes in CBM, data-based decision making, and MTSS structures. He holds degrees from SUNY Fredonia and Northern Illinois University. In his free time, Scott enjoys sports, traveling, and family time.
Allison Kline
Learning Facilitator
Allison is a dedicated educator with over a decade of experience in general and special education, focusing on ELA and math. She plays a pivotal role in MTSS, teacher mentorship, and community engagement. As an Educational Consultant at Pearson since 2021, Allison brings valuable insights into aimswebPlus, DRA, and TELL. She holds dual certification in general and special education and a Master's degree in Educational Leadership.
Amy Donato
Learning Facilitator
Amy Donato is excited to join Pearson as a Learning Facilitator, bringing over a decade of experience in education. She earned her BA in Middle Childhood Education from Muskingum University and has since embraced diverse teaching environments, from traditional classrooms to virtual learning spaces. Most recently, she contributed to an EdTech startup, where she specialized in instructional coaching and professional development for educators. Above all, Amy is passionate about fostering meaningful relationships and making a lasting, positive impact.
Cherie Davis
Learning Facilitator
With over 20 years of experience, Cherie Davis is a dedicated school psychologist and educational consultant. She advocates for MTSS, helping schools implement and optimize this model. A Nationally Certified School Psychologist, she fosters a collaborative environment and continuous improvement. Cherie holds a Specialist degree in School Psychology from Eastern Illinois University and incorporates wellness into her daily life. Cherie supports PD for aimswebPlus, TELL, NNAT3, DRA3 and EDL2+.
Chris Belmont
Learning Facilitator
Chris has been a practicing school psychologist in Minnesota since 2002, serving K-12 students. He holds Master's and Specialist degrees in School Psychology from MSUM and is a Nationally Certified School Psychologist. Chris introduced benchmark testing and progress monitoring using curriculum-based measures to several districts. He leads MTSS and professional development for educators. Outside of work, Chris enjoys family time, traveling, and raising corals in his saltwater aquarium. Chris is one of our aimswebPlus experts and has provided meaningful PD since 2005.
Christina Sakelarakis
Learning Facilitator
Christina has been a Learning Facilitator for Clinical and CAP Assessments since 2022, developing professional development content and providing training. She holds national and state certifications as a school psychologist in Massachusetts, California, and Texas. Christina has extensive experience in psychoeducational assessment, intervention planning, and educational consulting. She holds degrees from the University of Connecticut and Northeastern University. Christina specializes in aimswebPlus, TELL, and Review360.
Debra LaQua
Learning Facilitator
Debra is a Learning Facilitator with the School Assessment team, developing and supporting aimswebPlus training courses. One of the original aimswebPlus gurus, Deb has been leading PD since 2005. Debra holds a PhD in Educational Psychology from the University of MN and was a Nationally Certified School Psychologist (Retired designation). With over 20 years of experience, she worked in ND, MN, and CO. Now retired, she enjoys hiking, pickleball, reading, and travel.
Meagan Gillcrist
Learning Facilitator
Meagan has been a Learning Facilitator since 2024. Meagan holds a BA from Old Dominion University and an MAEd from the College of William and Mary, specializing in Special Education. With over 14 years of experience, she has served as an Instructional Coach, Special Education Program Director, and educational consultant. Meagan supports the development of sustainable MTSS practices, focusing on implementation and improvement science. Her approach enhances high-impact, low-burden practices for both students and teachers. Meagan is an expert on Review360 and WriteToLearn.
Melissa Sadlowski
Learning Facilitator
Melissa has been a Learning Facilitator with Pearson since 2023. She provides onsite and web-based training with the School Assessment team. She shares her knowledge of aimswebPlus to help educators improve student performance. Melissa consults with customers for customized professional learning. She holds a Bachelor’s in Elementary Education from Washington State University and a Master’s in Educational Leadership from Eastern Washington University. With over 25 years of experience, she enjoys family time and exploring Alaska. Melissa specializes in all things aimswebPlus!
Sandra Spruell
Learning Facilitator
Sandra is an experienced educator and educational consultant with a strong background in curriculum development, instructional leadership, and intervention strategies. With over three decades in public education, she has taught multiple grade levels and contributed to district-wide initiatives in curriculum design, teacher mentorship, and professional development. Sandra holds a Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership and multiple certifications. She is dedicated to improving student outcomes and supporting educators. Sandra has been a Learning Facilitator with Pearson since 2024.
Scott Crooks
Learning Facilitator
Scott is a Learning Facilitator with the Pearson School Assessment team, providing onsite and web-based training. He helps educators gather, understand, and act on information. In his free time, Scott enjoys spending time with his wife and three kids, teaching at universities, and indulging in reading and video games.
Stephanie Leal
Learning Facilitator
Stephanie, Learning Facilitator and Educational Consultant with Pearson, has over 30 years of experience in education as a school psychologist, special education director, and in student information technology support. She provides onsite and web-based training with the School Assessment team. A nationally certified aimswebPlus trainer, Stephanie holds degrees from Texas A&M University and the University of Houston – Clear Lake. Outside of work, she teaches Zumba, enjoys hiking, and spends time with her adult children.
Resources
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How to Build Training Into your Budget
Training and professional development are vital for growth. Budgeting for it can be challenging. Here are tips to help.
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aimswebPlus Training Options
Choose from our series of expert-facilitated workshops to ensure improved student outcomes.
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Review360 Training Options
Professional development is not a one-size-fits-all decision, so we’ve put together several in-person, live webinar, and on-demand options.