New Director Leads Read Ready Network | Lexington News

Lexington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 8, 2026 · 1m

Marshelle Watkins-Blackwell is now leading the Read Ready Network, a bold new initiative in Northern Kentucky designed to supercharge early literacy and set every child up for success before kindergarten. With deep roots in education and a proven track record of connecting schools, clinics, libraries, and community partners, she’s bringing a powerful vision: that parents are the first teachers and that strong, collaborative systems are the key to every child’s future. As she teams up with Dr. Jenny Watson, Watkins-Blackwell is rallying the entire River Cities community to invest in the…