Orton-Gillingham Skills Training

Sharpen your practice with focused, practical OG instruction you can use right away.

You’ve Had the Training, Now It’s Time to Refine Your Skills

You’ve completed the coursework. You understand the Orton-Gillingham method. But when it’s time to plan your next lesson or try something new, you feel stuck.

OG Skill Sessions give you hands-on, targeted training on the specific parts of your practice that need a boost. These skills sessions are typically designed for those in practicum or those that are already certified and looking for bright new ideas. 

What Is Orton-Gillingham Skills Training?

OG Skill Sessions are short, supplemental training focused on specific elements of an Orton-Gillingham lesson. Some sessions have prerequisites, but all are designed to be actionable, clear, and easy to implement. Choose from topics like:

▶ Visual and Blending Drills

▶ Simultaneous Oral Spelling (SOS)

▶ Syllabication Strategies

▶ Spelling Generalizations

▶ Reading Fluency

▶ Handwriting Integration

▶ Intro to Morphology and Advanced Morphology

▶ Make-and-Take Sessions (with optional materials fee)

▶ Incorporating Games into OG Lessons

▶ Making Lessons Multisensory

Who Should Attend OG Skill Sessions?

Skill sessions are perfect for:

Educators currently using Orton-Gillingham methods

Literacy specialists and interventionists who need refreshers on key strategies

Trainees working toward certification who want more hands-on support

Administrators looking for PD sessions that are topic-specific and immediately applicable

Some sessions may require completion of prior OG training. If you’re unsure where to start, we’re happy to help you choose.

Meet Your OG Training Specialists

All sessions are led by Kristi Perry, M.A., FIT/OGA, and Beth Reusser, CALT, FIT/OGA—OG-trained professionals who understand the real-world challenges of structured literacy instruction.

Backed by the mentorship of Cyndi Schultz, M.A., SLP, ATF/OGA, your sessions will blend high standards with practical strategies you can apply right away.

How OG Skill Sessions Work

  • Step 1: Book a Session or Consultation

    Let us know your goals—we’ll help you choose the right session for you or your team.

  • Step 2: Join the Training

    Attend your session and get hands-on strategies from OG experts.

  • Step 3: Apply and Refine

    Take what you learned into your next lesson. Use it immediately. See the results.

OG Training: Frequently Asked Questions

  • Not necessarily. Some sessions require prior OG training or coursework. If you’re unsure, reach out and we’ll help guide you.

  • Absolutely. These sessions are great for group PD and can be tailored to your school’s needs.

  • The session length will vary based on the topic. May be held in person or virtually depending on the needs of the client. 

  • Yes, some do. We’ll let you know in advance if your session has a materials fee or requires prep.

Sessions That Are Actually Useful in the Classroom

Our OG Skill Sessions help you focus, sharpen your instruction, and build confidence in what you do best—teaching.