Empowering Dyslexic Minds:
Academically & Emotionally
Dyslexia Deserves a Whole-Child Approach
We understand the challenges children with dyslexia face because we’ve lived them!
Founded by Princeton University scholars with dyslexia, Coloring Confidence supports children emotionally, behaviorally, and academically.
We support you, too. Our resources help adults understand their child’s needs and become champions of their journey.
With a science-based approach and collaboration with educators and pediatric therapists, Coloring Confidence helps children rediscover joy in learning and pride in who they are.
Our Mission
At Coloring Confidence, our mission is to transform the journey of children with dyslexia by fostering self-efficacy, self-esteem, and resilience.
Through resources that support their emotional, mental health, and academic needs, we help children not only overcome challenges but also grow into confident learners who believe in their abilities.
A Hidden Crisis Amongst Dyslexics
Dyslexia is more than a reading challenge. Without the right support, it can quietly erode a child’s confidence, self-worth, and mental health.
When emotional needs are overlooked and struggles go unrecognized, research shows they are more likely to:
Drop out of school
Face incarceration
Experience suicidal thoughts
That’s why Coloring Confidence exists: to support the whole child, not just the student.
Explore Our Resources
Explore our research-based programs designed to strengthen both the academic skills and confidence of elementary schoolers with dyslexia, while equipping parents and educators with the tools they need to support them.
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Activities and Resource Hub
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Serene Scholars Program
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Destigmatize Dyslexia
Meet Your Coloring Confidence Team
Julia de Montagnac
Founder and Chief Executive Officer
Julia de Montagnac, a proud dyslexic and current student at Princeton University, is deeply committed to destigmatizing this learning difference and empowering others to recognize its strengths. Through her personal journey, she has overcome many challenges associated with dyslexia and embraced the unique abilities it brings. Julia ensures that Coloring Confidence’s projects are grounded in the latest research, providing high-quality, evidence-based support for children with dyslexia. Julia successfully implemented these projects in elementary school districts in New Jersey, working directly with students with dyslexia through the art-integrated curriculum.
Dr. Pali Payne-Storey PsyD, LCSW, MS
Meditation Program Director
Dr. Pali Payne-Storey is a dedicated psychologist, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New Jersey and Delaware, and a certified meditation instructor. She holds an undergraduate degree from Howard University, a graduate degree from Columbia University, and a doctorate from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. As someone with dyslexia, Dr. Payne-Storey brings a unique perspective and deep passion to her work. Her personal experiences navigating a neurotypical world fuel her dedication to fostering supportive and empowering environments that help children with dyslexia thrive.