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Jenna Held
Literacy Implementation Specialist
Ed.S.
Jenna earned her Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education from Augsburg University. She later earned a Master of Arts in Curriculum and Instruction, along with a K–12 Reading License, and an Educational Specialist degree with a K–12 Principal License from Concordia University, St. Paul.
After 16 years as a classroom teacher, Jenna transitioned into roles as an Instructional Coach and Reading Specialist. She has also provided professional development in literacy curriculum to educators across the United States.
Jenna is passionate about literacy instruction and is committed to ensuring every child has the opportunity to become a successful reader.
Outside of work, Jenna and her family share a love of soccer. They are avid fans of Minnesota United FC and Minnesota Aurora FC, and you can often find them at soccer fields around the Twin Cities cheering on their three children, who all play the sport.
In her free time, Jenna enjoys spending time by the water, taking walks with her dogs, and curling up with a good book.
