Join us as we bring together educators, families, and literacy advocates from across Kansas to champion strong reading instruction for every child. Together, we’re supporting the Blueprint for Literacy—a statewide effort focused on equipping teachers with evidence-based tools and improving reading outcomes for all students. Your voice matters—help us make literacy a priority at the Capitol!
Event: Literacy Day at the Capitol
Time: 9:30 a.m. -1 p.m.
Location: Kansas Statehouse
Registration Information
Registration Link: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/2026-literacy-day-at-the-capitol
Agenda
9:30 – 9:45 AM — Welcome & Opening Remarks
Cathy Hopkins, State Boad of Education Chair
9:45 – 10:00 AM — Literacy as an Academic, Social, Economic, and Health Imperative
Kathy Wolfe Moore, Kansas Board of Regents
10:00 – 10:15 AM — State of Literacy Briefing
Dr. Randy Watson, Kansas Department of Education, and Dr. Cynthia Lane, Kansas Board of Regents
10:15 – 11:00 AM —Community Networking
11:00 – 11:30 AM — Stories from the Field
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11:30 PM – 12:30 PM — Legislator Meetings & Capitol Engagement
12:30-12:40 PM — Closing & Call to Action
12:40-1:30 PM – Lunch
1:30-3:00 PM – Education Committee Session