Oklahoma viewings

The Dallas Branch of the International Dyslexia Association will be presenting screenings of Hopeville across the branch region this October in honor of Dyslexia Awareness Month. Oklahoma shows are in partnership with Decoding Dyslexia Oklahoma and The Reading League Oklahoma in 5 locations across the state. 

Hopeville: How to Win the Reading Wars is a powerful, nationally acclaimed documentary exposing America’s literacy crisis and urging schools to adopt evidence-based reading instruction. Through personal stories and research, the film raises awareness, corrects misinformation, and inspires action for change in education.

Who should attend?

• Parents & Caregivers: Learn how to advocate for effective reading instruction.
• Educators: Gain insight into proven practices that transform student outcomes.
• Leaders & Policymakers: Explore how system-level change can ensure all children learn to read.
• Advocacy Groups & Public: Join the movement to promote literacy equity nationwide.

Reflection Panel
After each viewing, a panel with local educators and advocates will discuss the realities of reading in our Oklahoma communities.  

Schedule of Evening
Doors open at 5:30
Showing Begins at 6:00
Panel Discussion at 7:30

Additional Showing
Showing will be in Texas and Arkansas in partnership with Southern Methodist University, University of Central Arkansas, IDA Dallas, and the Shelton School. Visit Dallas IDA’s Eventbrite page for more information

Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be available at select screenings for educators. Earn up to 2 CEU credits for attending.