NCCAT welcomed 81 participants from across North Carolina to its 2024 Literacy Leaders Conference, held November 14–15 at the Cullowhee campus. The event focused on empowering educators with evidence-based reading research to provide a clear foundation for student success.
"Now more than ever, we are called upon to focus on compelling, evidence-based strategies to unlock the power of literacy for every child," said Dr. M. Brock Womble, Executive Director of NCCAT. "This conference exemplifies our commitment to supporting educators with the tools and knowledge they need to make an impact for student success in our state."
The conference featured nationally recognized presenters, including:
- Dr. Rebecca Harper, Professor of Literacy, Augusta University
- Nancy Hennessy, Author of The Reading Comprehension Blueprint
- Dr. Stephanie Stollar, Founder, Reading Science Academy
Attendees engaged in dynamic sessions, explored classroom-transforming practices, and collaborated with literacy leaders from across the state.
NCCAT extends gratitude to the sponsors who made this impactful event possible: Scholastic, 95 Percent Group, Lexia Learning, and Great Minds.
For more information about NCCAT’s professional development opportunities, visit nccat.org.