Pedagogy Grounded in Practice.
We don’t just build tools; we build systems based on two decades of validated research
Expert Implementation
Our team consists of expert practitioners and scholars who specialize in bridging the gap between theory and real-world implementation. This collective expertise ensures that the TeachConnect Global (TCG) ecosystem remains rigorous, secure, and impactful for every user.
Led by Dr. Lawrence, SAL Consulting, LLC formalizes high-quality literacy coaching into a scalable digital infrastructure. Our work is forged in real classrooms and refined through longitudinal collaboration with institutions including the Library of Congress Teaching with Primary Sources program.
We are dedicated to Practitioner Excellence through the rigorous application of inquiry-based frameworks.Led by Dr. Salika Lawrence, SAL Consulting, LLC formalizes high-quality literacy coaching into a scalable digital infrastructure.
Founder & CEO, SAL Consulting, LLC
Dr. Salika Lawrence, PhD
A Legacy of Validation:
The TPS Project
In partnership with the Library of Congress.
The Power of Inquiry
SAL Consulting's core frameworks were refined through multi-year, grant-funded collaboration with the Library of Congress Teaching with Primary Sources (TPS) Eastern Region program. This partnership serves as the pedagogical bedrock for the Inquiry Tools Library (ITL) and has produced longitudinal research documenting the impact of structured inquiry on teacher practice and student outcomes.
Structured tools elevate student reasoning in real classrooms.
What this work demonstrates
Longitudinal tracking of teacher implementation and instructional alignment across diverse school settings.
Evidence of impact
-— a three-day in-person institute held in New York City — engaged educators across disciplines and produced a full suite of classroom-ready inquiry tools now available on the Inquiry Labs page.
The 2025 Summer Lab
Teachers who participated reported measurable shifts in confidence, instructional practice, and student engagement.
Professional transformation
Real Classrooms. Real Results.
Our case studies document the longitudinal research that shaped the development of the Inquiry Tools Library (ITL)across diverse instructional settings. By tracking high-leverage outcomes—including teacher implementation, student work artifacts, and systemic instructional shifts—we have refined a library of tools designed for the complexities of the modern classroom.
Featured Case Studies:
Bridging the Disciplinary Divide: How structured inquiry tools integrate literacy and content instruction to create cohesive, student-driven learning across subjects. [Download PDF]
Integrated Disciplinary Literacy: How embedding inquiry-based literacy routines across all subjects increases engagement, multicultural awareness, and instructional consistency. [Download PDF]
Bridging the “Middle School Dip”: How inquiry scaffolds support students in transitioning from basic comprehension to critical, evidence-based thinking with complex texts. [Download PDF]
Critical Disciplinary Literacy in Secondary Classrooms: How student-centered inquiry frameworks elevate voice, agency, and real-world relevance while maintaining academic rigor. [Download PDF]
Contributing to the Field
SAL Consulting, LLC maintains a rigorous commitment to bridging the gap between academic research and classroom application. Our published works serve as the theoretical and practical blueprints for the TCG ecosystem.
These publications reflect:
Scholarly Rigor: Peer-reviewed books and edited volumes that define the future of literacy.
Implementation Science: Research-based articles focused on driving systemic change.
Practitioner Excellence: Resources and guides designed for immediate, high-impact classroom use.
Our team leads intensive instructional labs that serve as incubators for the Inquiry Tools Library (ITL). These environments allow us to stress-test our digital infrastructure in high-stakes, real-world classrooms before wider release.
Professional Learning & Innovation Labs
Featured Projects
The 2025 Summer Lab
Funded to validate inquiry-based literacy scaffolds in secondary classrooms, this lab provided the longitudinal data used to refine our core frameworks.
Our regional events highlight practitioner excellence and provide a platform for educators to share student artifacts and instructional breakthroughs.
Teacher-to-Teacher Showcases
Multimedia Research & Insights
For ongoing discussions on the frameworks that power the ITL, visit our podcast archive.
The Implementation Team
Expert practitioners and scholars bridging the gap between research and classroom reality.
Marisa Castronova
NGSS Inquiry Specialist | Science Program Design | Grant Implementation | Evidence-Based Instruction
Jonathan Ryan Davis
Inclusive Pedagogy | Classroom Management | Culturally Responsive Scholarship | Teacher Preparation
Tabora Johnson
Culturally Responsive Pedagogy | Equity-Centered Design | Teacher Recruitment Strategy | Inclusive Practice
Chiyedza Small
STEM Teacher Development | Genomic Literacy | Mentorship Architecture | Biology Curriculum Design
Tiffany Jefferson-Labissiere
Instructional Coaching | EdTech Integration | Literacy Innovation | Professional Learning Design
Maureen Connolly
Secondary Literacy | Standards-Aligned Instruction | Community-Linked Learning | Global Professional Development
Implementation Support
Alaina DiSalvo
Program Assistant
Drew Brown
Strategic Partnerships & Outreach
Zoe Knight
Communications Specialist
Kianna Paul
Administrative Assistant
Strategic Advisory Council
Mark
Negotiation Strategy | Sales Performance | Leadership Development | Revenue Frameworks
Mark Shepherd
Technology Strategy | EdTech Product Architecture | Scalable Software Systems | Adaptive Learning
Adriana Herrera
Strategic Growth | FinTech Innovation | Digital Platform Scaling | Operational Transformation
Alexandra McGlashan
School & Clinical Psychology | K-12 Mental Health | Culturally Competent Care | Educational Consultation
The Grants & Implementation Guide Book
A strategic roadmap for district leaders and practitioners to secure funding and scale inquiry-based models.
Expand Your Access
Discover research resources, curated tools, and collaborative opportunities tailored for individuals and institutions alike.