Governor / Education Gov. Ivey promotes Read Across America Week in message to students Governor Kay Ivey shared a video message Friday encouraging Alabama students to embrace reading as the nation approaches its 250th birthday. Alex Jobin / March 2, 2026
Rep. Collins education bills advance, targeting literacy, teachers and workforce gaps Lawmakers advanced three of Collins's education bills expanding literacy programs, addressing teacher shortages, and supporting adults returning to college and work. Mary Claire Wooten / January 15, 2026
Ivey celebrates early literacy milestone in collaboration with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library The milestone comes as a result of Ivey's partnership with the Imagination Library, which she first announced during her 2023 inaugural address. Alex Jobin / December 2, 2025
Birmingham invests $1 million in program aimed at increasing childhood literacy The investment will support Birmingham Talks, a program aimed at improving kindergarten readiness. John H. Glenn / October 27, 2022