Finding Reading and Faith in Every Turn
Join us on this journey as we turn pages, explore stories, and celebrate the magic of words. Let’s create a world where every child finds their own adventure between the covers of a book!​
No two learners are alike. We tailor our strategies to meet each student’s unique needs.
Witness the transformation as struggling readers become confident bookworms!
Our Story
Starting a business with a noble cause at its heart is so incredibly rewarding. With over 20 years experience helping readers through the education system Heather saw a need for those readers slipping through the cracks. Heather saw so many families looking for concrete answers and true support for their loved ones.
We are just two moms who are embarking on a journey to make a significant difference in the lives of children who struggle with reading. By focusing on early diagnosis and tailored learning strategies, we are not just starting a business—we are launching a mission to empower young learners. We are dedicated to helping children overcome reading challenges!
We created the breakthrough DICE Reading Platform and have already changed the lives of so many readers. We can't wait to share this new program with your family and help you find the solution and support you have been searching for.
DICE makes the difference and helps children connect the reading blocks!
Meet The Team
Heather Dahl-Hansen
Licensed Reading Intervention Specialist
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Heather Dahl-Hansen is our dedicated Reading Intervention Specialist and co-founder of DICE Reading Specialist. Heather has over 15 years of experience working in education and over a decade of elementary teaching experience.
Heather is a versatile educator and is trained in the Orton-Gillingham approach. She has witnessed firsthand the transformative impact of a Structured Literacy approach on her students’ reading abilities.
As an Elementary Intervention Specialist, Heather has designed and implemented a dynamic intervention program that excels at discovering the root cause of students’ learning difficulties. Heather creates intervention plans that delivers targeted instruction to meet the needs of her students and helps them achieve success.
Heather's unwavering passion for student achievement serves as the cornerstone of her work. This commitment inspired her to co-found DICE Reading Specialist, a company dedicated to meeting students where they are at, pinpointing the underlying reasons for their reading challenges, and providing precise instruction to help students achieve academic excellence.
Colleen Spiegel
Team Management and Planning Leader
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Colleen Spiegel's journey is a testament to the power of resilience and dedication. With a bachelor's degree in business marketing and non-profit management, Colleen has laid a strong educational foundation that has fueled her passion for helping others. As a devoted wife and mother of three, she has experienced firsthand the challenges that come with reading difficulties and the impact of misdiagnosis, not just in an abstract sense but in the very real context of her own family. This personal connection to the cause has only deepened her commitment to making a difference.
Her professional background spans over 15 years in commercial real estate and property management, where she honed her skills in organization, strategic planning, and client relations. Following this extensive career, Colleen chose to focus on her family, dedicating over four years to homemaking. This period allowed her to cultivate a nurturing home environment and further understand the educational and developmental needs of children.
Now, Colleen stands on the brink of a new chapter, channeling her diverse experiences into a business that aims to transform the lives of young readers. Her entrepreneurial spirit is driven by a desire to create positive change and provide solutions for those who face similar challenges as her children did. The venture is not just a business; it's a mission to empower, educate, and elevate the next generation through improved literacy and learning opportunities.
Our Tutoring Team.
Our tutoring team is made up of experienced licensed dedicated tutors who are passionate about helping students achieve their academic goals. Offering personalized and group tutoring services. At DICE we work closely with each student to create a customized learning plan that fits their unique needs.
Mara Watts
Licensed Teacher 35 years of experience in education.
Julie Rones
Licensed Teacher 30 years of experience in education.