Aldine ISD to Host Free Virtual Literacy Matters Conference on Saturday, February 24

Disponible en: Español

The event is for anyone interested in transforming reading and writing can join the event.

This is the fourth year Aldine ISD is hosting the conference. The conference continues to grow, drawing thousands of people in 2023 from Texas, the country, and worldwide. Experts in the science of reading, equity, literacy, curriculum, multilingual, early childhood, school reform, education research, and more are participating.

Literacy Matters Conference 2024 — Chapter 4: Literacy and Justice for All

Saturday, February 24, 2024
8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. CST
Free Online Event: LiteracyMatters24.sched.com

Sessions and schedule details will be emailed to registrants as presentations are finalized.

Breakout sessions will take place each hour and include topics geared toward administrators, elementary and secondary teachers of all subjects, multilingual teachers, special education teachers, literacy leaders, and anyone interested in learning about the science of reading and improving students’ literacy skills.

Sessions and Panels With Experts, Keynote Speakers, Authors, and More!

There are over 65 sessions available, including author panels, keynote speeches, curriculum-specific sessions, and general sessions on instructional strategies.

There is a more significant focus on equity and differentiation this year. Many sessions are focused on serving students from a variety of backgrounds. In addition, an authors’ panel will speak on behalf of ensuring students have access to books that are culturally and linguistically diverse. AISD has added sessions for families and others focusing on social-emotional learning this year.

Literacy Matters Conference Schedule Website

Check the Literacy Matters Conference schedule website regularly for updates. As of February 8, the following speakers have committed to taking part in the conference: