Join the homecoming of K-8 literacy leaders!
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
The Homecoming of Literacy Leaders is Coming Home to You!
We get it: it’s hard for educators to get away, even for important professional development. Due to popular request, LitCon ’26 will be an all-virtual conference. That means no travel expenses, no need for substitutes, and a full month of access to literacy expertise!
Why LitCon?
LitCon attendees are the first to know about current research findings, critical news, and leading practices in K-8 literacy education that go beyond theory to actual practice.
- 98.8% of past attendees would recommend LitCon to another educator.
- Choose from more than 75 evidence-based concurrent sessions.
- Learn from respected researchers, educators, experts, and authors.
- Renew your passion for education with the support of a dedicated community.
- Earn 17 contact hours, plus additional hours for preconference workshops!
Who Should Attend
Designed by and for educators, LitCon welcomes:
- Classroom teachers
- Literacy coaches & specialists
- Building & district administrators
- Title I teachers and coordinators
- Interventionists
- Teachers of Multilingual Learners
- Curriculum directors
- Language arts specialists
- School librarians & media specialists
- Reading Recovery professionals
What You’ll Learn
Explore literacy best practices in a wide range of topics:
- Reading
- Writing
- Differentiated instruction
- Comprehension
- Phonics, phonemic awareness, and word work
- Oral language
- Intervention strategies for struggling readers
- Supporting diverse learners
- Literacy leadership and coaching
- much more!
Testimonials from Past Attendees
“The opportunity to learn from true experts – and especially from voices that inspire!”
“LitCon offers a wide variety of sessions to support highly-effective literacy learning for instructional staff in a variety of roles.”
“This year was my 5th year attending LitCon. It is, hands down, the best professional development I have ever received.”
“The presenters are always extremely knowledgeable and engaging. I take home something to use with my students from every session!”