Being a library worker is 'no easy feat in a world where book bans are on the rise and libraries are being forced to do more with less—including here in New York City, where public libraries are facing a staggering $58.3 million proposed budget cut.' – LeVar Burton

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LeVar Burton Read LeVar Burton's powerful message supporting library workers in its entirety this #LibraryWorkersDay : nypl.org/blog/2024/04/0…

It's #NationalLibraryWeek and today is #RightToReadDay . 'Once you learn to read you will forever be free,' Frederick Douglass
McDougle Elementary Katy McGovern The Right to Read Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools CHCCS School Leadership CHCCS Equity and Engagement Office

Such a great conversation last night between ABC News's Byron Pitts, Kymyona Burk, Ed.D., and Kareem J. Weaver at the College Board A Dream Deferred and HBCU Conference in NYC!

#TheRightToRead

The Love of Reading starts with being ABLE to read. Here's my girl saying, 'I love it.' She was reading illustrated classics, with flair, by 4.

But a great fdn isn't enough. Balanced Literacy, with Skippy Frog, stole her love of reading like a thief in the night.

Stay vigilant

So amazing to see Ms. Causey, Kareem J. Weaver, Larry, and Michael from The Right to Read film at a recent screening in Oakland—co-hosted by FULCRUM, Families in Action for Quality Education Oakland, Oakland East Bay Alliance of Black Educators, and Collab Classroom. 😍

Announcing the inaugural Kareem Weaver Literacy & Justice Catalyst Award recipient, Kareem J. Weaver! #lj4all #righttoread

New in-person screenings this month! If you're in the Bay Area, join us this Sunday, 3/3 at the Oakland Museum of California (OMCA)

More info at therighttoreadfilm.org/events 📽️📚

Jenny Mackenzie joins our podcast to discuss her documentary - @RighttoReadFilm. It profiles Kareem J. Weaver, an NAACP activist, and two families fighting to increase #literacy in America. clarivate.com/podcasts/ideas…

Reminiscing about this amazing evening with NYC Public Schools, NAACP, and NAACPNYS 😍

Educators, join us in NYC for A Dream Deferred™ 2024 and HBCU Conferences! Learn from Kareem J. Weaver, Dr. Kymyona Burk, Ed.D., & Byron Pitts at 'The The Right to Read and Panel” on March 25. 🎥

🔗 A Dream Deferred: spr.ly/6016nq4Zi
🔗 HBCU Conference: spr.ly/6017nq4Zc

I consistently helped children learn to read, but only 1 person ever asked me how.

We turned around the lowest school in the district, nobody has ever asked how.

Never underestimate the level of distraction in many systems. You have to repeatedly guide people 2 study success

Thank you Austin Film Society for your partnership 🫱🏽‍🫲🏾tonight’s viewing of The Right to Read was powerful! The dedication of our district was evident in the presence of our superintendent Matias Segura & board members ofeliaforaisd David Kauffman Andrew Gonzales Candace Hunter #BHM

Join us tomorrow to watch @RightToReadfilm that exposes the nation's #ReadingCrisis . After the film we will urge Mayor Muriel Bowser, Phil Mendelson, & Council of DC to ensure every child has the #RightToReadDC and they #FullyFundLiteracy
bit.ly/RightToReadDC

“Literacy is our greatest civil right.” Kareem J. Weaver

I witnessed a powerful moment today that brought tears to my eyes with the Elyria City Schools as their entire staff gathered to watch the The Right to Read. ❤️

Natalie F. Matthews Bianca Fries Olivia Weisman Jennifer

At the NYC Public Schools NAACP The Right to Read screening at LaGuardia High School this evening!!! 📚

In a few hours, NYC Schools and the NAACP will gather for a movie showing and program on literacy. Glad to be a part of it. All are welcome (til space lasts)
bit.ly/NYCPSRightToRe…

New York City, today is the day!! There's still time to RSVP for a special screening of The Right to Read with NYS NAACP, NYC Public Schools, and NAACP. More info here: bit.ly/NYCPSRightToRe…

Kareem J. Weaver Phelton Cortez Moss, Ph.D. Kymyona Burk, Ed.D. Ivory A. Toldson Q - Carolyne Quintana Chancellor David C. Banks