Empowering Educators, Inspiring Readers
Empowering Educators, Inspiring Readers
2025 Conference
November 6 & 7, 2025
Double Tree by Hilton Conference Center
Springfield, Missouri
Thursday: Classroom Literacy Focus Friday: Literacy Intervention Focus
The MARRE Board thanks you for attending the 2025 LitMO Conference!
2025 Featured Speakers
Thank you for sharing your expertise!
Jan Richardson, Ph.D.
Thursday Keynote & Breakout Sessions
Author
Education Consultant
Reading Specialist
Jennifer Burns
Friday Keynote & Breakout Sessions
Author
Literacy Consultant
Building a Reader LLC, Iowa
Lisa Pinkerton, Ph.D.
Breakout Sessions
Reading Recovery Trainer
The Ohio State University
Conference Sponsor
2025 Linda Dorn Literacy Leadership Award Recipient
In memory of Dr. Linda Dorn and to honor her legacy, each year the Missouri Association of Reading Recovery Educators recognizes a leader whose efforts has successfully coordinated systemic change and, as a result, has helped districts attain high student achievement.
The 2025 recipient is Dr. Garrett Lowder, Assistant Superintendent of Academic Services and future Superintendent for Marshfield Public Schools. Dr. Lowder was instrumental in developing Marshfield’s Three Year Comprehensive Literacy Plan. His advocacy for Reading Recovery and Linda Dorn’s CIM and CLM models provides a consistent framework for teaching and continuous professional development in literacy. This focus has contributed to the overall growth and success for the teachers and students at Marshfield.
In Dr. Lowder’s six years at Marshfield, the Reading Recovery has been fully implemented, instructional coaches have been hired to work with classroom teachers, and model classrooms have been implemented. “With a clear vision and steady guidance, Dr. Lowder ensures the team stays focused and united in purpose. His commitment to listening, supporting others, and fostering collaboration reflects the highest standard of leadership and integrity.”
"Teachers are the agents of literacy improvement... Professional development creates an authentic context for shaping teacher expertise, thus increasing student achievement."
- Linda Dorn, Carla Soffos, Adria Klein