Capitol Day 2025
On May 12, 2025, more than 40 advocates representing 22 cross-sector organizations from across the Commonwealth joined the PA Literacy Coalition at the Pennsylvania State Capitol.
Together, they called for stronger policies and increased funding to support evidence-based literacy instruction and teacher training. Throughout the day, advocates held over 70 meetings with legislators and staff from 40 counties.
Scroll down to explore the highlights from this powerful day of action.
Press Conference Clips
Remarks by Representative Jason Ortitay
Remarks by Senator Vincent Hughes
Media Coverage
The PA Literacy Coalition’s Capitol Day press conference garnered strong media attention, with all four major Harrisburg-area TV stations covering the event and more than 29 TV news mentions statewide.
Click below to explore the coverage and stay up to date on all PA literacy news.
Remarks by Coalition Manager Rachael Garnick
Flickr Photo Gallery
View the photos from Capitol Day on our PA Literacy Coalition Flickr page. A big thank you to our valued coalition partner Readby4th and their Communications Director, Simone Partridge for capturing the day on camera!
