What’s the power of a word? The implications of language and literature are staggering and filled with promise when we use them with grand intent. From the words we use to talk about students, to our expectations, to the delivery of instruction, language matters. Firmly planted in our belief that ALL students deserve high-quality instruction and access to literacy, this session
will:

• Ask educators to consider language that inherently empowers students and encourages literacy access
• Provide insight and motivation to support educators navigating the