The Leaders Readers Network's Literacy Fellowship Impact Summit

🌟 4th Annual Literacy Fellowship Impact Summit

📍 San Antonio, Texas

Join us for an inspiring professional development experience designed for elementary teachers, high school Grow Your Own programs (CTE pathways for future educators), and passionate literacy advocates!

This educator-led summit is more than just a conference—it’s a movement to elevate a community of readers in classrooms and schools. Gain innovative strategies, hands-on workshops, and expert insights from literacy professionals who are transforming the way we teach reading.

✅ Engage with top literacy experts and fellow educators
✅ Explore impactful teaching practices aligned with the Science of Reading
✅ Build connections with a network of like-minded professionals
✅ Take home valuable resources to enhance your classroom libraries and instruction

Don’t miss this opportunity to grow, connect, and ignite a love of literacy in your students. Be part of the change—join us in San Antonio! 🚀📚

📢 Kick Off the 4th Annual Literacy Fellowship Impact Summit!

📅 Thursday, July 17, 2025

Join us for an inspiring Day 1 as we dive into the Joy and Science of Reading Together! This Summit will start at 9am CST.

✅ Engaging Keynotes & Panels – Hear from Dr. Katie Cunningham on reimagining literacy practices and Dr. Michele Haiken on the power of SEL and literacy.
✅ Hands-on Sessions – Explore real-world classroom strategies with roundtables on diversity in literacy, service projects, and innovative practices.
✅ TLRN Poster Sessions – Connect with fellow educators, learn about impactful book giveaways and service projects, and gain insights for successful participation.
✅ Networking & Celebration – Wrap up the day with an exclusive TLRN Reception, where we reflect and connect!

📢 Day 2: Workshops & Collaboration

📅 Friday, July 18, 2025

Day 2 is all about hands-on learning, collaboration, and self-care to help you create lasting literacy impact in your classroom and community!

✅ Interactive Workshops – Dive into diverse classroom libraries, powerful read-aloud strategies, and campus service projects led by expert educators.
✅ Fellowship & Networking – Connect with fellow educators during our Brownbag Onboarding for 2025-2026 Literacy Fellowship Members.
✅ Wellness for Educators – Recharge with Andrea DeLeon’s session on mindfulness, stress relief, and self-care techniques.
✅ Book Giveaways & Reflection – Share takeaways, reflect on your learning, and stock your shelves with new books!
✅ Celebrate & Unwind – Enjoy a Happy Hour and Educator Celebration to wrap up an impactful day!

Join us for a day of learning, connection, and inspiration! Register now and be part of the movement to empower students through literacy.

📢 Day 3: Literacy Fellowship Committee & Reflection

📅 Saturday, July 19, 2025

🔹 Exclusive to Literacy Fellowship Committee Members

Day 3 is dedicated to strategic planning, collaboration, and celebrating the impact ahead for the 2025-2026 Literacy Fellowship!

✅ Media Recordings – Capture the mission and vision of the Fellowship through interviews and media content.
✅ Welcome & Impact Announcement – Discuss the projected Fellowship reach across San Antonio, the Panhandle, Central Texas, Dallas, and beyond.
✅ Service Project Planning – Take the lead on supporting resources, selecting diverse book titles, and mapping out next steps for service projects in the upcoming year.
✅ Lunch on the Riverwalk – A chance to relax, connect, and gain inspiration before the next phase of our work.
✅ Farewell & Networking – Celebrate our collective efforts and strengthen relationships for the journey ahead.

This final day sets the foundation for a powerful year of literacy advocacy and impact! Let’s make it happen—together.

Don't miss this chance to grow, collaborate, and spark joy in literacy! Register now to be part of this transformational experience.