About Us

Read, Talk, Play Every Day

Read, Talk, Play Every Day is a Rock County initiative powered by a collaborative partnership between the Stateline Community Foundation’s Literacy for Life and Janesville Early Literacy, focused on empowering Rock County families and caregivers to Read, Talk, Play Every Day!

We aim to provide parents with the resources and insights they need to build a strong foundation, so that every child has the opportunity to succeed in school and life. We focus on involving the community, raising awareness about the importance of early childhood development to create a network of support. By working together, we can make these critical early years rich with growth and possibility.

Mother reads to their child
Family photo of five

Our Shared Mission

Our mission is to ensure every child in Rock County has a strong foundation built in the first five years by empowering families and activating the community to embrace reading, talking, and playing every day as essential building blocks for lifelong success.

Vision Statement:

A future where every child in Rock County begins kindergarten prepared and equipped to succeed, supported by a community that values early learning and empowers families to make everyday moments count.

The Team Behind the Work

Introducing the passionate individuals that drive our mission:

Kari Heidenreich

Early Literacy Community Specialist Coordinator
Janesville Early Literacy
kari.heidenreich@janesville.k12.wi.us
608-289-7403
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Jessica Austin

Director of Early Brain Development
Literacy for Life – Stateline Community Foundation
jessica@statelinecf.com
608-362-4228
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