About

Meaningful Teaching & Learning

For over 25 years, I’ve worked with schools across the country, collaborating with educators to design high-quality curricula, create effective assessment systems, and refine instructional strategies that drive student learning.

I’ve supported individual teachers in transforming their instructional approaches and partnered with entire faculties to create school-wide improvements.

The impact of this work is evident in the shifts I’ve seen in classrooms, the student engagement I’ve witnessed, and the improvements in learning outcomes across schools and districts where I have worked.

Angela Di Michele Lalor
Angela posing with a large ASCD sign at her ASCD presentation

Curriculum Matters

Curriculum design has always been my passion. As a teacher, I wasn’t satisfied with textbook-driven lessons. I developed projects where students researched, collaborated, and presented their learning in creative ways.

That passion led me to focus on curriculum as more than just a roadmap of what to teach—it’s a powerful tool for fostering deeper student learning and engagement.

When curricula are intentionally designed using “The Curriculum Framework” and the “Attributes of a High-Quality Curriculum,” they support instructional practices that empower students and assessment systems that provide meaningful insight into learning.

Providing highly customized professional learning services

To help schools and districts bring their vision to life, I offer highly customized professional learning services, including:

      • Curriculum Design & Review – Helping schools create cohesive, standards-aligned, and engaging curricula that meet the needs of all learners.
      • Assessment Development & Review – Supporting educators in designing diversified, balanced assessment systems that inform instruction and promote student growth.
      • Instructional Practices – Equipping teachers with strategies to engage students in active learning, provide high-quality feedback, and create classrooms that foster student agency.
      • Coaching & Consultation – Providing individualized support to schools, administrators, and teachers to implement and sustain best practices in curriculum, assessment, and instruction.

 
 

I invite you to explore the resources on this site, share them with your colleagues, and reach out if you’d like to learn more about how I can support you in designing meaningful and impactful learning experiences for your students.

Angela Lalor skillfully guided us through a thoughtful process of articulating what we value most in helping our administrators define and align clear, meaningful learning outcomes. Her expertise and insight have been instrumental in shaping a vision that truly reflects our district's priorities for student success.

Enhancing Teaching and Learning: See Sample Learning Programs

Learn more about the services Angela provides and see examples of how they are tailored to meet the needs of her clients.