Name: Lit Happens: Where Literacy Meets the Arts
Start: 2026-04-30T10:00:00-0400
End: 2026-04-30T11:30:00-0400

Welcome to Empower Youth Success 2026!
Get ready for an exciting few days of innovative learning, engagement, networking, and fun. Whether this is your first time or you’re a returning attendee, we’re so glad you’re here to help make this event unforgettable!

Lit Happens: Where Literacy Meets the Arts

Thursday April 30, 2026 10:00am - 11:30am EDT

Governor Ballroom C

Looking for creative ways to boost literacy while meeting learning goals? Learn practical, arts-based literacy strategies that support skill development such as creativity, communication, and critical thinking. Walk away with an activity guide and clear connections between creative engagement and literacy growth.

Moderators

Rigaud Noel

Board President, Network for Youth Success

Presenters

Erica Hoskins

Education Specialist, Foundations, Inc.

Scarlett O'Dell

Education Specialist, Foundations, Inc.

Scarlett is an Education Specialist with Foundations, Inc., where she supports educators and out-of-school time professionals through high-quality training, coaching, and program development. With expertise in OST programs, prevention education, trauma-informed care, harm reduction... Read More →

Thursday April 30, 2026 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Governor Ballroom C Governor Ballroom C

Session, 21st CCLC Track

Empower Youth Success 2026

Rigaud Noel

Erica Hoskins

Scarlett O'Dell

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