Dr. Laura Payne-Bourcy, Ph.D.
Founder and Chief Executive Officer
Dr. Payne-Bourcy leads a consulting team with thirty years of experience assessing school and community-based programs affecting a broad range of public, charter, and private schools, colleges, not-for-profits, foundations, and government agencies.
Dr. Payne-Bourcy is a consultant to higher education, not-for-profits, and public schools. She has presented her work at the state and national levels and published her findings in peer-reviewed journals. She conducts studies and program evaluations to ensure appropriateness, adherence to quality standards, and continuous program improvement in schools, government agencies, and foundation settings serving high-needs communities, both urban and rural.
Education and Certifications
Ph.D. Reading Language Arts; Educational Leadership: Syracuse University
M.S. English Education: Syracuse University
B.S. English; English Education: Syracuse University
NYSED Certification: N-6
NYSED Certification: K-12 Reading
NYSED Certification: 7-12 English
NYSED Certification: School Building Leader
NYSED Certification: School District Leader
Full-Service Community Schools
Improving Literacy Through School Libraries
Innovative Approaches to Literacy
In-Service Teacher Education
Math/Science Partnerships
National Science Foundation Research Experiences for Undergraduates
New York State Parent Education Partnership
New York State RECOVS: Recover from COVID School Program
Out-of-School Time Programs
Parent Information Resource Centers
Perkins V Technical Assistance
Physical Education Programs
Prekindergarten Expansion
Preservice Teacher Education
Reading First
School Climate
School Comprehensive Improvement Planning
Smart Start Grant Program
Strategic Planning
Workforce Development
Project Experience
21st Century Community Learning Centers
American Rescue Plan Funding
Capital Planning
Career Development and Occupational Studies
College Access
Community Needs Assessment
Comprehensive School Reform Demonstration
Department of Defense Education Activity
District Comprehensive Improvement Planning
Dropout Prevention Programs
Early Reading First
Elementary and Secondary School Counseling Programs
Empire State After School Programs
Enrollment Study
Even Start Family Literacy
Extended School Day/School Violence Prevention
Stronger Connections Grant Program
Teaching American History
Title IID – Enhancing Education Through Technology
Title IID Teacher Education
USDA Rural Utilities