Visit CCIRA.org to view the conference program to learn more. Book your luncheons now at CCIRA.org! #CCIRA #CCIRA23 #iteachreading #iteachwriting #iteachliteracy #iteachpoetry #PennyKittle #LesterLaminack

When they are young, children love to smile and readily respond to compassion. We must find ways to keep these qualities alive so they maintain a compassionate attitude and learn how to tackle anger as they grow up. Time at school should include methods to achieve peace of mind

CCIRA is excited to welcome Dr. Sonja Cherry-Paul I'm on IG, Threads, and Bluesky -@sonjacherrypaul to the 2023 conference! Dr. Sonja Cherry-Paul is the founder of Red Clay Educators. Her research and work stem from an unyielding commitment to anti-bias and antiracist pedagogy and practices. (1/4)

#CCIRA2023 is close! On 2/1 our silent auction goes live: art from Matthew Cordell, Lita Judge... condo stays in Colo... tickets... lots of fun experiences. Of course the greatest adventure is the conference, Feb. 9-11, 2023. You can still register: ccira.org

Early morning prep for #ccira23! I’m so excited to share CCIRA this week in Denver! See you soon! ⬇️ This session is Friday @ 2:45: Daily Doses of Literacy to Fuel Reading and Thinking! Hope you can join me!

Thank you @sanderling12 for these great recommendations (I can always count on you for great books)! Helping students write about a character that DOES something is always a challenge. It’s great to have a list of mentor texts.

Start bidding now! Go to ccira.org/silent-auction to bid on everything from books, to bags, to condos! Support CCIRA and walk away with something for yourself too! #ccira23

Hopeful message from Ruth Ayres to kick off #ccira2023!

Be sure to check in at the front lobby of the hotel and get ready for a day filled with valuable insights and growth. We're starting off the day with an inspiring keynote from Ruth Ayres, who will remind us of the power of encouragement in the midst of chaos.

Pumped to be here with you CCIRA! I’m excited to learn today and share tomorrow! Come say hello! #ccira23 #ccira

I have so many fabulous books to give away CCIRA! Join me tomorrow for a chance to get one of these terrific titles! #ccira23 11AM and 2:45PM in Westminster 2!

Can't wait to go!

So privileged to be sharing lunch and, later, introducing @lester_laminack today at #CCIRA2023!

Day 2 of the literacy conference is off to an amazing start! Get ready for a thought-provoking morning with keynote speaker Cornelius Minor as he explores ways for teachers to act on what we see.

And don't miss our luncheon speaker, Penny Kittle, as she unpacks lessons from the Pulitzer Prize-winning play, "Hamilton", and how it can help students find their power and creativity.

Wrap up the day with evening keynote Don Vu, as he shares his insights on the audacity of equality and how educators can help immigrant and refugee students using books and stories. Join us for a day filled with inspiration and learning. #CCIRA23 #LiteracyConference2023

This is where it’s at: Cornelius Minor CCIRA #ccira23

Be sure to add #ccira24 to your calendar. It’s always one of the best events of the year! #ccira23

📚🗓️✨The countdown continues! 🕒🎉 TWO days until CCIRA's Conference on Literacy.🌳📚 We're so excited to see you on February 7-10! There's still time to register for our Luncheon Keynotes! Visit CCIRA.org.