One year in, I’ve learned so much. I’ve learned how fiercely this city loves its kids. I’ve learned how many people care about literacy. And I’ve learned that when we work together, we can build something powerful.
Organization Updates
Kansas City Reads Breakfast Photos
On April 24, Lead to Read KC held the inaugural Kansas City Reads Business Breakfast, sponsored by Hallmark.
Dream Big, Let Go, and Mentor Boldly
It’s a new year! If I’m honest, the onset of a New Year used to bring me an interesting mix of enthusiasm and anxiety.
We Found Our Champion
As I wrap up my time with Lead to Read KC, I am reminded of the incredible experience I’ve had over the past few months learning more and attempting to better understand the literacy landscape and why we have had such a challenge with literacy over the years.
Welcome, Dr. Collier
It’s Women’s History Month and I hope you are enjoying the flood of messages on empowerment, accomplishment, and praise for so many women in our community, and across the globe who are doing wonderful things. As we celebrate Women’s History month, I couldn’t think of...
Happy New Year
I absolutely love the anticipation of the New Year and all of the possibilities it presents. You know the drill; weight loss, save money, spend more time with family and friends, eat healthier, drink more water and the list goes on. As a new member of the Lead to Read KC family, I am excited to learn that reading is right up there with all of our favorites.
Terri Barnes to Serve as Interim Executive Director
Lead to Read KC is pleased to announce that Terri E. Barnes will join our Leadership Team as Interim Executive Director, effective January 1, 2024.
Thank you, Pauly Hart!
As we say goodbye to Pauly Hart, Executive Director of Lead to Read KC, there’s a mix of emotions – appreciation, achievement, and anticipation, just to name a few.
Pauly Hart Passes the Baton
Royals employees took some time to visit Pitcher Elementary and spread the joy and importance of reading.
Got a Token? Get a Book!
The placement of book vending machines at three area schools was the successful project of Lead to Read KC, Turn the Page KC, and Literacy KC, all in an effort to increase children’s access to free books.