Live from the 60th Annual TCTELA Conference, Anne David, Chair of the NCTE’s Committee Against Censorship, joins us to unpack the rise of book bans and what educators can do to protect students' access to diverse literature. She shares real-world strategies, key resources from NCTE, and a hopeful message for teachers navigating today’s challenges.

Join us as TCTELA President-Elect Eva Goins unveils the inspiring theme for the 2026 conference: "Estorias Literacy Living Within Us." In this thoughtful conversation, Eva shares her personal journey in supporting bilingual students and her vision for a truly introspective conference experience. Discover how she plans to showcase the powerful stories that live within every educator—stories that shape our character and deepen our empathy. Eva also gives us a sneak peek at the unique keynote format featuring five teachers sharing their transformative narratives. This episode explores how our individual stories become the foundation for meaningful literacy education and genuine connection in our diverse classrooms.