Roseburg Schools Plans Three Free Literacy Nights for Families With Young Children

Roseburg Schools will host three free family literacy nights this school year for families with children ages 2 to 4, beginning with a pajamas-themed event in November.

The series will introduce families to ways they can support early reading skills through play, storytelling and hands-on activities. Families do not need to have children enrolled in Roseburg Schools to participate.

Each night will offer similar activities and resources families can use at home. The district encourages families to attend all three events.

Pancakes & Pajamas Literacy Night

• Monday, November 16, 2026
• 4:30 to 6 p.m.
• Winchester Elementary School cafeteria
• Registration is now open.

Oodles of Noodles Literacy Night

• Thursday, February 18, 2027
• 4:30 to 6 p.m.
• Fullerton IV Elementary School cafeteria

Smart Cookies Literacy Night

• Thursday, April 1, 2027
• 4:30 to 6 p.m.
• Green Elementary School gymnasium

Registration is required for each literacy night and will open separately as the dates approach. The first 20 families to register and attend each event will receive a free interactive storybook.

The series is part of the district’s work to support early literacy and help children prepare for school. Roseburg Schools was one of 30 Oregon school districts selected for the 2025–2029 Comprehensive Literacy State Development grant, receiving $1.1 million over four years to strengthen literacy instruction and expand opportunities for students and families.

The federally funded grant aligns with Oregon’s Early Literacy Success Initiative, which focuses on helping children build a foundation in reading.

Families can find more information and registration details at tinyurl.com/FamilyLiteracyNights. Questions can also be directed to Tatum Stedman, the district’s primary literacy support and early learning facilitator, at tstedman@roseburg.k12.or.us.