Welcome to the NCTE event calendar! Here, you can find a list of events, including webinars, workshops, and in-person conferences. These events provide opportunities for English language arts teachers to learn new strategies and techniques, network with colleagues, and stay up-to-date on the latest research and best practices in the field.
If you have an event that you would like to submit to be included on the NCTE event calendar, please fill out the event submission form. To be considered, events must align with the mission of NCTE and be of professional interest to English language arts teachers. We hope to see you at one of our upcoming events!
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2025 NCTE National African American Read-In
February 12, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm
All teachers and students are welcome at a special NCTE event!
Wednesday, February 12, 1:00–1:45 p.m. ET
NCTE invites educators, their students, and preservice teachers to join us for the fourth annual virtual National African American Read-In. This year, NCTE is proud to welcome award-winning author Charles R. Smith Jr. to engage in conversation and a classroom activity.
Smith is an author, poet, and photographer and the winner of the 2025 NCTE Award for Excellence in Poetry for Children. He will speak about his work and also guide elementary-grades students through a simple activity that classrooms can do together. Students will learn about writing, books, and creating.
Each year classrooms and readers from coast to coast celebrate literature through African American Read-In events. The 2025 NCTE National African American Read-In virtual event is free to all but registration is required. Find other ways to get involved in the National African American Read-In.