Panel Discussion

COMMUNITY ROLES BEYOND THE CLASSROOM

Explore how literacy thrives when communities step in together. This panel highlights the vital role that families, libraries, nonprofits, businesses, and civic leaders play in extending literacy support beyond school walls. Panelists will share real examples of community partnerships, outreach efforts, and collaborative initiatives that strengthen literacy for all ages, increase access to resources, and build a culture of reading that reaches every corner of the community. Attendees will gain insights, strategies, and inspiration for growing literacy through collective action and shared responsibility.