Turn the Page STL

08/14/2026

“Most people think reading starts once you start formal schooling, or when you start singing the ABCs. Reading skills most likely start developing in utero because the fundamental milestone skill for learning to read, which oral language is part of, is the sound and language processing that takes place in the uterus.”

https://www.edtechinnovationhub.com/news/harvard-study-links-early-brain-development-to-reading-difficulties-in-children-as-young-as-18-months

Harvard researchers find reading challenges may begin at 18 months, years before formal schooling. The study highlights the importance of early screening and intervention for children with reading disabilities. Learn more at ETIH EdTech News.

08/14/2026

https://wearealigned.org/turning-the-page-literacy-in-missouri/

Join Aligned for a conversation on literacy in Missouri, including the state’s current efforts, the progress taking place in schools and what education leaders should be watching in the year ahead. Event Details Date: Wednesday, September 16, 2026Time: 12:00–1:00 p.m. CTLocation: ZoomFormat: Mod...

08/13/2026

Universal childcare starting at birth for all children in New Mexico!

HomeUniversal Child Care Universal Child Care Through an expansion of the Child Care Assistance program, New Mexico became the first state in the nation to offer no-cost Universal Child Care (UCC) on November 1, 2025, removing income limits and strengthening family stability, the workforce, and the....

08/11/2026

08/09/2026

Receive a FREE eye exam from 9 a.m.–2 p.m. on August 10 at Walnut Park Library! 👓
The Eye Thrive Mobile Vision Clinic will offer free eye exams and glasses for children ages 4–18. Capacity is limited, and exams will be scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis until all spots are filled.
Learn more: https://slpl.bibliocommons.com/v2/events/6a021c88278f7c2f008c7b55

08/07/2026

It’s been a wonderful summer at Wesley House!

08/05/2026

What are the three Ts to improve child outcomes? Parents and caregivers, we know the answer! Turn In, Talk and Take Turns with your children, starting at birth! The research shows that children must have those "conversational turns" with other humans for their brain synapses to grow strong.

https://tmwcenter.uchicago.edu/innovate/the-3ts/

At the TMW Center for Early Learning + Public Health at the University of Chicago, we use science to drive innovation and fuel social change to help parents and caregivers improve child outcomes.

08/04/2026

Turn the Page STL is a proud sponsor of the first annual Research ED Conference.

Join us on 9/26/26 for a day of learning!
https://www.connectedlearningstl.org/events/2026/9/26/researched-saint-louis

08/03/2026

https://www.the74million.org/article/senate-panel-passes-bill-to-reverse-dismantling-of-education-department/?utm_source=The+74+Million+Newsletter&utm_campaign=6ad462be25-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2022_07_27_07_47_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_077b986842-6ad462be25-176559867

In a letter to Congress, Trump cabinet members say they’ve created 'commonsense partnerships' that are already delivering 'measurable results.'