Presented by: Beanstack and School Library Journal
Event Date and Time: Wednesday, August 6, 2025 | 2:00 PM ET / 11:00 AM PT

Discover how schools are transforming their approach to reading integrity and accountability to support student growth. From tracking authentic engagement to aligning staff and students around shared literacy goals, hear practical strategies and tools for driving results and cultivating a thriving reading culture at every grade level.

Plus, get a sneak peek at Book Talks with Benny, Beanstack’s new AI-powered assistant, which deepens student engagement through fun, reflective conversations about their reading. When logs seem off, Benny engages students in friendly, age-appropriate chats. Paired with educator tools for tracking and insights, Book Talks fosters honest reading habits and deeper engagement without disrupting the joy of reading through quizzes and assessments.

Presenters:

Dr. Karina Quilantan-Garza, Library Media Specialist, Jaime Escalante Middle School

Allison Buffington, Library Media Specialist 3-5, Holley Navarre Intermediate School

Moderator:

Jordan Lloyd Bookey, Co-founder, Beanstack and host of The Reading Culture podcast

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