Tuesday, March 18, 2025 at 7:00pm EST
Hosts: Chris Pombonyo and Hope King
Content Leads: Brandon Cardet-Hernandez, Naomi O’Brien, LaNesha Tabb
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Join us for The Great Literacy Rescue: A Powerful Free Webinar for K-5 Educators
Teachers, leaders, and change-makers—this is the session you've been waiting for. In a time when literacy rates are in decline and reading proficiency is at the heart of our nation's educational crisis, it's never been more urgent to arm yourself with the knowledge and strategies to make a profound impact in your classroom.
Join Hope King and Chris Pombonyo as they host an empowering online event featuring groundbreaking insights from literacy experts LaNesha Tabb, Naomi O’Brien, and vocabulary guru Brandon Cardette Hernandez of Mrs Wordsmith. Together, we’ll tackle the most pressing issues in education today and equip you with tangible solutions to address the reading crisis head-on.
Recent studies reveal a staggering drop in reading scores across the U.S. In 2024, national reading assessments show that only 34% of 4th graders are reading at a proficient level, and the gap continues to widen among underrepresented students. This decline is not just a statistic—it’s a call to action.
What will you gain by attending?
Proven Literacy and Writing Systems for Success: Learn actionable techniques and research-backed approaches to improve reading comprehension and writing success in your K-5 students.
Vocabulary Mastery: Discover how to implement vocabulary strategies from Brandon Cardette Hernandez to build lasting language skills and boost academic success.
Interactive Q&A: Get your most pressing questions answered by some of the most respected voices in education.
This is more than just a webinar—it's a movement. Let's unite, learn, and take immediate steps to reverse the reading decline. The time to act is now.
Don’t miss this chance to be part of the solution. Sign up today and help your students become the readers they deserve to be.