Join Pencil, Senator Janeen Sollman, and other lawmakers and advocates on the Capitol Steps to make it clear: We want real education reform. KIDS WELCOME!!!

Our ask: implement the 5 actions on Pencil’s Petition. These are 5 common-sense things other states have done that have helped kids learn to read.

Schedule: (subject to change)

11: Meet on the Capitol steps. We will pass out Pencil t-shirts, bags, stickers, and signs (feel free to bring your own sign, but we’ll have some too).

11:15: Sen. Sollman and others will make a few brief remarks about our education crisis and what we can do for our kids.

11:30: Everyone will be given copies of Pencil’s Petition to deliver to the offices of 3-5 lawmakers (don’t worry, it’s a small building). Pencil will also be making the rounds —because, yes, Pencil can wear their costume inside the Capitol.

11:50: High five Pencil as you leave the Capitol building, knowing you have stood up for kids, parents, and teachers who couldn’t be there.