Birth City

Colorado Springs

Birth State

CO

Current Location

Colorado Springs, CO

Email (Public)

Occupation(s)

Educational Consultant, National Speaker, President of Black Educators' Network Non-Profit Organization

Biography

Dr. Theresa Y. Newsom holds a M.A. in Curriculum and Instruction and Ph.D. in Special Education with a dual emphasis on children of color and the development of leadership skills in identified gifted and high ability students. Theresa is a national presenter for the National Association of Gifted Children (NAGC) Founder/President of the Black Educators' Network 501 (C)(3) nonprofit organization and is CEO of Children with Promise Educational Services. Dr. Newsom also serves as the Inclusion Advisor for the Colorado Academy for Educators of the Gifted, Talented and Creative. She enjoys reading, creating projects, time with her four grandchildren and traveling anywhere with her husband, Tommy.

Awards/Honors

Education/Training

Doctor of Philosophy
University of Northern Colorado, 2016
Special Education major concentration: Gifted Education
Administrative Licensure
University of Colorado at Colorado Springs, Principal K-12
Principal licensure – November 2020- November 2027
Type: Professional K-12 #336936
Teacher Licensure
Professional Teacher License June 28, 2021 – June 28, 2028
Credential Number 24379365
Master of Education
Michigan State University, 1986
Concentration: Curriculum and Instruction
Bachelor of Arts
California State University Fresno, 1980
Concentration: Liberal Arts with emphasis in Elementary Education

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Organizations

President of Black Educators' Network 501 (c)3 nonprofit organization (COS)
Member of Colorado Springs Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated
Colorado Association of Gifted and Talented
Colorado Academy of Educators for the Gifted, Talented and Creative
National Association of Gifted Children
ASHLAH (Founders of Black History Month)
Colorado Spring Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated
Martinez ES PTA
CCIRA

Speaker Availability

Yes

Speaker Topics

1. A Beginners Journey: How to publish your first book.
2. Gifted Education
3. Leadership - the Bridge to Emotional Wellness
4. Global Awareness,
5. Developing Leadership in Children
6. Creativity
7. Inclusion and Belonging

Pseudonym

Christy Eiler

Email (Public)

Author's Website

Biography

My family has lived in Colorado Springs since 2000 - such a great place to raise three children!

Local Authors Genres

Published Works

Organizations

Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators

Speaker Availability

Yes

Birth City

Lincoln

Birth State

NE

Current Location

Colorado Springs, CO

Author's Website

Occupation(s)

Occupational therapist & author

Biography

Lindsey Larsen earned her Doctorate in Occupational Therapy from Creighton University in 2007. Lindsey is an occupational therapist, author, homeschool educator, military spouse, and mother to two amazing daughters, including one who lives with disabilities. Through her writing she nurtures meaningful conversations between children and adults, and encourages positive interactions among individuals of all abilities. Lindsey and her daughters have been members and regular visitors to the Pikes Peaks Library System since the military moved her family to Colorado Springs in 2021.

Education/Training

Registered and Licensed Occupational Therapist - Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist

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Published Works

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Speaker Availability

Yes

Speaker Topics

I speak to children about disabilities, because understanding leads to inclusion!

Birth Year (-Died Year)

1963

Birth City

Grand Rapids

Birth State

MI

Current Location

Colorado Springs, CO

Email (Public)

Occupation(s)

Book author - song writer - narrator - music and video producer

Biography

Resident of Colorado Springs for 27 years.
Many of my stories and characters revolve around Colorado.

Awards/Honors

Education/Training

BA Philosophy USM, graduated Summa Cum Laude

Local Authors Genres

Published Works

Speaker Availability

Yes

Speaker Topics

Inspiration for writing - children's story readings

Birth City

St. Helena

Birth State

CA

Current Location

Divide, CO

Email (Public)

Author's Website

Occupation(s)

Puppeteer/Storyteller

Biography

I have a B.S. in Child Development and have been entertaining and teaching children for over 45 years. I have lived in Colorado for over 21 years and performed shows for all the PPLD libraries (and several other types of venues) as one of my many colorful characters - Mother Goose, Mrs. Claus, Stitches the Scarecrow and more. I use puppets, silly props, and lots of audience participation in all my shows. I am now taking some of my original stories from my shows and making them into books. 

View my reading of my book Stinky Inky here.

Awards/Honors

Education/Training

Bachelor's of Science degree in Child Development from UC Davis - Taught school (preschool through high school) for over 45 years - Ran a local play group for over six years

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Interviews

Organizations

Ute Pass Social Club - SCBWI

Speaker Availability

Yes

Speaker Topics

Anything relating to working with, teaching, reading to, and entertaining children of all ages

Birth City

Chicago

Birth State

IL

Current Location

Colorado Springs, CO

Author's Website

Biography

Originally from Chicago, Gregory Barrington now lives at the foot of the Rocky Mountains of Colorado. He is the Author and Illustrator of the 2021 Colorado Book Award-Winning Cow Boy is Not a Cowboy and the fractured fairytale Goldilocks prequel Goldilocks and the Three Knocks.

Awards/Honors

Local Authors Genres

Published Works

Published Works Book Jackets

Interviews

Organizations

Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI)

Speaker Availability

No

Speaker Topics

High-energy storytime and activities for children and classrooms.

Current Location

Colorado Springs, CO

Author's Website

Occupation(s)

Children's Author

Biography

Roxanne Troup writes picture books that celebrate wonder and family. With a background in education, she also writes engaging nonfiction for all ages.

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Published Works

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Organizations

SCBWI, PAL member - ASD20 parent

Speaker Availability

Yes

Speaker Topics

Library story times; school visits and children's writing workshops; adult writing workshops; teacher professional development (see website for topics)

Current Location

Colorado Springs, CO

Author's Website

Occupation(s)

Retired principal/teacher - Current Supervisor for Grand Canyon

Biography

Becky Van Vleet is a retired teacher and principal and former homeschool mom. She and her husband make their home in Colorado Springs, where Becky enjoys gardening, oil painting and hiking and biking in the great outdoors. Becky relishes spending time with her family and especially reading books to her grandchildren.

Education/Training

BS degree, elementary education - MS degree, elementary education with K-12 Reading Endorsement

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Published Works

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Organizations

Member of ACFW national - Member of ACFW local Colorado Springs chapter - Active in Fervent Church

Speaker Availability

Yes

Speaker Topics

Instilling the joy of reading into young children

Author's Website

Biography

Susan G Mathis is an international award-winning, multi-published author of stories set in the beautiful Thousand Islands, her childhood stomping ground in upstate NY. Susan has been published more than twenty-five times in full-length novels, novellas, and non-fiction books. She has nine in her fiction line including, The Fabric of Hope: An Irish Family Legacy, Christmas Charity, Katelyn’s Choice, Devyn’s Dilemma, Sara’s Surprise, Reagan’s Reward, Colleen’s Confession, Peyton’s Promise, and Rachel’s Reunion. Mary’s Moment comes out May 12, 2023, and book eleven, A Summer at Thousand Island House, comes out in July. She is also a published author of two premarital books, two children's picture books, seven stories in compilation books, and hundreds of published articles. Her book awards include two Illumination Book Awards, three American Fiction Awards, two Indie Excellence Book Awards, and two Literary Titan Book Awards. Reagan’s Reward is a Selah Awards finalist.

Susan is also a published author of two premarital books, two children’s picture books, stories in a dozen compilations, and hundreds of published articles. Susan makes her home in Colorado Springs and enjoys traveling around the world but returns each summer to enjoy the Thousand Islands.

Visit www.SusanGMathis.com/fiction for more.

Awards/Honors

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Published Works

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Organizations

Vice-president, Christian Authors Network (CAN) - Member, American Christian Fiction Writers (ACFW) - Member, Association of Women Speakers & Authors (AWSA) - Member, Evangelical Press Association (EPA)

Speaker Availability

Yes

Birth City

Chicago

Birth State

IL

Current Location

Colorado Springs, CO

Email (Public)

Author's Website

Occupation(s)

Children's Poetry Author

Biography

Jean knew when her eyes locked with those of a smooshy-faced little dog who sat inside a kennel at the Humane Society, that it was love at first sight. To capture their many adventures, she self-publishes short story poems starring her often mischievous and always adorable rescue pug named Zuggy. She enjoys visiting schools around the country and local community events, sharing Zuggy the Rescue Pug, a collection of light-hearted and beautifully illustrated books. Follow the fun online: FB, YouTube, Pinterest, and Insta @ZuggythePug

Local Authors Genres

Published Works

Interviews

Organizations

Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI) - American Christian Fiction Writers (ACFW) - Pikes Peak Writers (PPW)

Speaker Availability

Yes