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Profound and Passionate Poets: Live Classroom Poetry Reading

May 15, 2025

Youth Poet Laureate Student Webinar

This live classroom session centers student poetry as a powerful tool for expression, identity, and connection. Educators see how a poetry reading can create space for student voice while strengthening literacy skills and classroom community. The session models how authentic literary moments can build student confidence and increase engagement with reading and writing.

What You'll Learn

Live poetry readings amplify student voice and ownership within the classroom.
Confidence and self-expression are supported through artistic performance and identity-building.
Authentic literacy experiences drive deeper engagement with traditional reading and writing curriculum.

Key Themes

Student voice acting as a primary driver for academic and social engagement.
Authentic audience creation to provide purpose for student-produced writing.
Oral reading and performance used as a gateway to advanced literacy practice.

Who Should Watch This Webinar?

Classroom teachers, ELA educators, and any teacher facilitating poetry, performance, or student showcases.

Meet the Speaker

Stephanie Pacheco, Youth Poet Laureate

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