Kristi Leeper

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Kristi Leeper Board of Directors Kristi Leeper is a proud West Texas native hailing from San Angelo, who has made Midland her home for over 20 years. With 21-year career in education, she has served both as a teacher and an administrator, shaping both students and educators. Kristi’s passion for history led her to focus…

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Sharon Cannon

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Sharon Cannon Board of Directors Dr. Sharon Cannon has more than 30 years of leadership experience as an administrator in nursing education and a director in the clinical arena. Her distinguished career reflects a lifelong commitment to advancing nursing practice through education, research, and health literacy.   A nationally and internationally recognized speaker, Dr. Cannon…

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Donna Todd

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Donna Todd Board of Directors Donna Todd has lived in southeastern New Mexico for most of her life, spending over 43 years in Artesia. She earned a bachelor’s degree in education and a master’s in language arts and reading. After retiring from public school teaching in 2014, she founded ByYourSide Teaching Services, LLC, collaborating with…

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Joni Hires

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Joni Hires Board of Directors Joni Hires serves as the Executive Director of the FMH Foundation, where she leads strategic initiatives to support nonprofit agencies in the Permian Basin. Joni has a background in healthcare through her work with Pfizer, gaining valuable experience in pharmaceutical operations and patient advocacy. She holds a degree in Management…

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Melissa Ware

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Melissa Ware Board of Directors Melissa Ware has served as the Director of Education and Workforce Development since 2022. Melissa has been an active member of the Midland community for 29 years, serving as a parent, volunteer, and educator. She has served in various community roles, such as the MISD Values Project, Midland County Excellence…

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LCPB ESL Follow up Press Release

Literacy Coalition of the Permian Basin Celebrates Successful ESL Program in Partnership with the Warren Foundation and Midland County Public Library Equipping adult students with accessible education and community support to improve literacy rates    Midland, TX — The Literacy Coalition of the Permian Basin proudly announces the successful semester completion of the inaugural cohort…

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Press Release Miss Texas 2024

City Bank and the Literacy Coalition of the Permian Basin Hosts Miss Texas 2024 for Permian Basin Tour to Promote Literacy and Education Miss. Texas meets with students across the Permian Basin including at the Woodson Boys and Girls Club Odessa, TX– City Bank and the Literacy Coalition of the Permian Basin are proud to…

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Literacy Summit Press Release

First Lady of Texas, Cecilia Abbott, to Deliver Keynote Address at Reading is Power Literacy Summit in Midland Midland, TX – The Reading is Power Literacy Summit is set to take place on April 23, 2024, at the UTPB CEED Building in Midland, Texas. This landmark event will feature a keynote address from the esteemed…

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Press Release LCPB Magician

IMMEDIATE RELEASE PRESS RELEASE Unlock the Power of Reading: Renowned Magician Bronson Chadwick Sparks a Love for Reading with Children Permian Basin Literacy Coalition of the Permian Basin promoting the benefits of reading for children and families with Magician Bronson Chadwick Permian Basin – The Literacy Coalition of the Permian (LCPB) announces a series of…

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Nadine Mannhart

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Nadine Mannhart Recruitment and Outreach Coordinator, Trans-Pecos Nadine is a seasoned educator with extensive experience in literacy and education, spanning decades. Armed with an M.A. in Elementary Education, and specialized Dyslexia Therapist training from SMU and the Shelton School in Dallas, Nadine is a beacon of pedagogical excellence. She’s a licensed special education teacher in…

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