K-3 Proficiency Project by Ashley Tatman & Toni Beal

The K-3 Proficiency Project is a significant initiative aimed at improving reading proficiency among students in kindergarten through third grade.  It is a two year commitment that focuses on professional development and data-driven instruction to ensure every student is on track to proficiency by the end of 3rd grade.

The project is a partnership between K-3 Innovation, a nonprofit orgranization, and public schools, supported by the Sonoma County Vintners Foundation. The program utilizes one-to-one devices to provide interactive reading programs and adaptive technology tailored to each student, fostering relationships among students, teachers, administrators, parents, philanthropic investors, and community members.  The K-3 Proficiency Project has shown success in closing the student performance gap and is designed to be inclusive and meet every learner where they are. 

A Petaluma native, Ashley Tatman has been the K-3 Proficiency Project Manager for the past 3 years.  With a Master’s Degree in Education and Administration, Ashley has more than 19 years of experience in education. As a former elementary school teacher, instructional coach and administrator, Ashley brings a well-rounded perspective to her work. She understands the importance of looking at data, differentiating instruction to meet student needs, as well as the increasing demands that teachers face every day in the classroom. Ashley’s depth of knowledge of the inner workings of a school, along with her collaborative approach to team work, are invaluable assets to our team. 

Toni Beal is an accomplished educator and administrator with over 35 years of experience in California’s public school system. She served as Superintendent of the West Sonoma County Union High School District from 2018 to 2022, and Superintendent of Two Rock Union Elementary from 2015 to 2018. She served as Principal of Kenilworth Junior High and Marin Oaks High. She also has valuable district experience in curriculum development and leadership coaching. Prior to her leadership roles, she was a teacher and counselor in area middle and high schools.  Most recently, Toni transitioned into independent consulting, offering expertise in superintendent/administrative coaching, grant writing and strategic planning.  She is currently the Executive Director at K3Innovation.