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Families: The Heart of Learning

November 1, 2023 by Kathryn Bauchelle

There’s nothing quite like a family. 

And when it comes to learning, there’s nothing that can replace a family connection.

When children see the trusted adults in their lives being curious, learning, exploring, playing with words and discovery and literacy, it accelerates their own learning. It sets them on a path to school success, to reading for both enjoyment and for knowledge, and to lifelong learning.

There are so many ways to champion literacy for families! Here are snapshots of two Texas programs making a difference.

South Texas Literacy Coalition

The South Texas Literacy Coalition works to enhance and enrich the quality of life in their region through community partnerships that lead to more literate communities.

Key activities:

  • Free books for families
  • StoryWalks
  • Little Free Libraries

 

Read more about the work of the South Texas Literacy Coalition here.

Story Square

Story Square works with Houston families to champion family learning, using art and music (and much more!) to build language and literacy skills.

Key activities:

  • “Lit With Families” – Texas Family Literacy Festival
  • Parent-child pairs
  • Family literacy program design and curricula

Read more about the work of Story Square here.

November is Family Literacy Month. As the month unfolds, celebrate families of all kinds with us – and the many, many ways they can learn together.

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Coffee With Literacy Texas

September 14, 2023 by Kathryn Bauchelle

Want to ask a question?

Need some help or want some new ideas for your literacy program?

Got some feedback or have a request for a What Leaders Need session or for the conference?

Drop by this virtual session and chat with Steve Banta, Literacy Texas Executive Director, and Kathryn Bauchelle, Communications and Training Specialist.

Join us online on Wednesday, September 27, any time between 2:00 pm and 3:00 pm. We’re looking forward to sharing a cup of (virtual) coffee with you and seeing where the conversation takes us!


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2024 Literacy Texas Annual Conference

May 18, 2023 by Kathryn Bauchelle

The Literacy Texas Annual Conference is THE event for educators, nonprofit administrators, and organizations working with literacy in Texas. Learn about the latest research in the literacy field. Rub shoulders with experts and connect with like-minded people. Most importantly, leave with the tools, relationships, and inspiration you need to continue making a difference.

SAVE THE DATE for the 2024 Literacy Texas Annual Conference:

Monday, July 29 – Arrival, check-in, exhibitor set-up, VIP Reception & Exhibitor Grand Opening
Tuesday,
July 30 – Conference Day 1
Wednesday, July 31 – Conference Day 2

The theme of the 2024 conference is “Literacy and Beyond”, and our hashtag will be #LitTX24.

Find everything you need to know about Literacy Texas annual conferences here.


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Coffee With Literacy Texas

March 13, 2023 by Kathryn Bauchelle

We’re trying something new!

Want to ask a question? Need some help or want some new ideas for your literacy program? Got some feedback or have a request for a What Leaders Need session or for the conference? Drop by this virtual session and chat with Steve Banta, Literacy Texas Executive Director, and Kathryn Bauchelle, Communications and Training Specialist.

Join us online on Wednesday, April 12, any time between 12:00 noon and 1:00 pm. We’re looking forward to sharing a cup of (virtual) coffee with you and seeing where the conversation takes us!

 

Tagged With: adult literacy, cbo, family literacy, fundraising, leadership, literacy programs

Coffee With Literacy Texas

October 4, 2022 by Kathryn Bauchelle

Thanks for coming! This event is now over.

Meant to come and missed out? Look for other sessions coming up in the calendar!

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We’re trying something new!

Want to ask a question? Need some help or want some new ideas for your literacy program? Got some feedback or have a request for a What Leaders Need session or for the conference? Drop by this virtual session and chat with Steve Banta, Literacy Texas Executive Director, and Kathryn Bauchelle, Communications and Training Specialist.

Join us online on Thursday, January 12, any time between 2:00 pm and 3:00 pm. We’re looking forward to sharing a cup of (virtual) coffee with you and seeing where the conversation takes us!

 

Tagged With: adult literacy, cbo, family literacy, fundraising, leadership, literacy programs

2023 Literacy Texas Annual Conference

June 2, 2022 by Kathryn Bauchelle

The Literacy Texas Annual Conference is THE event for educators, nonprofit administrators, and organizations working with literacy in Texas. Learn about the latest research in the literacy field. Rub shoulders with experts and connect with like-minded people. Most importantly, leave with the tools, relationships, and inspiration you need to continue making a difference.

Dates for the 2023 Literacy Texas Annual Conference:

Monday, July 31 – Arrival, check-in, exhibitor set-up, VIP Reception & Exhibitor Grand Opening
Tuesday,
August 1 – Conference Day 1
Wednesday, August 2 – Conference Day 2

The theme of the 2023 conference is “Literacy Unleashed” and our hashtag is #LitTX23.

Find everything you need to know about this year’s annual conference here.

The 2023 conference is SOLD OUT. Get 2024 on your calendar now!


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