On behalf of The Reading League Kansas and The Reading League Missouri, we’d like to welcome you to Elevating Literacy: Advancing Evidence into Practice, a premier conference designed to empower educators, researchers, parents, and advocates with the latest in evidence-based literacy practices. Join us as we bring together passionate individuals committed to transforming literacy education, sharing insights, and advancing research-aligned strategies that make a real difference in classrooms. This hub will provide everything you need to know about the conference, including schedules, speaker highlights, and registration details. Whether you’re an attendee or simply exploring, we hope this resource fuels your journey to improve literacy outcomes for all. For any questions, please reach out to us at april@ks.thereadingleague.org.

Conference Planning Team 2024

Elevating Literacy: Advancing Evidence into Practice

Friday, March 7, 2025

Kauffman Foundation Center

4801 Rockhill Rd, Kansas City, MO 64110

The Kauffman Foundation Center

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Elevating Literacy Conference Schedule 2025 

7:45-8:30 Registration & Breakfast 

8:30-8:45 Welcome & Introductions 

8:45-9:45 Keynote Session 

9:55-10:55 Breakout Session #1 

11:05-12:05 Breakout Session #2 

12:05-12:50  Lunch 

1:00-2:00 Breakout Session #3 

2:10-3:10 Breakout Session #4 

3:15-3:30 Reflections & Closing