The Right to Read Screening and Panel Discussion
Hosted by The Reading League North Carolina, UNC-Charlotte, and Collaborative Classroom
Join The Reading League North Carolina (TRL-NC), UNC-Charlotte, and Collaborative Classroom for a screening of The Right to Read documentary, followed by a panel discussion with literacy advocates facilitated by TRL-NC President Linda Rhyne. Guests will then enjoy lunch and conversation about the film.
The Right to Read film shares the stories of an NAACP activist and South Carolina native Kareem Weaver, a teacher, and two American families who fight to provide our youngest generation with the most foundational indicator of life-long success: the ability to read.
Panelists
Rupen Fofaria, Reporter, Equity and Learning Differences, EducationNC
Corine Mack, President, NAACP Charlotte - Mecklenburg County Branch #5376
Demetrus McDaniel, Dean of Instruction, Allenbrook Elementary, Charlotte, NC
Amy Rhyne, Director, Office of Early Learning, NC Department of Public Instruction
Patrick Riccards, Former chief of staff to the National Reading Panel, Collaborative Classroom Board Member
General Information
Date: Thursday, July 20, 2023
Time: 9:00 AM–1:00 PM ET (Doors open for check-in at 9:00am, screening starts promptly at 9:40am, complimentary lunch served at 12:00pm)
Location: Dubois Center at UNC Charlotte Center City, 320 E. 9th St., Charlotte, NC 28202
Public Transportation: 9th street light LYNX rail station is 1 block from the Dubois Center at 237 E. 9th St.
Parking: Attendees are responsible for their own parking costs. If you are driving, please give yourself enough time to park for this event. Download the helpful parking map. If you want to park in one of the parking lots indicated in blue on the parking map, please download the Parkmobile app to reserve and pay for your parking. Carpooling and public transit are encouraged.
Registration Fee: This event is complimentary, but you must register in advance to reserve your spot by July 13th. Space is limited. No onsite registration will be available. Due to Dubois Center rules and security protocols, all attendees must appear on the registration list when they arrive at the event. Attendees will be issued a name badge upon check-in. This name badge must be worn throughout the duration of the event.
Registration Deadline: July 13, 2023
Meals/Drinks: Coffee will be available and lunch is complimentary.
Registration Method: Online registration only.
Please email your question or accessibility requests to: events@collaborativeclassroom.org.