I walked into the Westin Seaport in Boston on Wednesday and saw author Ruta Sepytys who was stepping off the elevator (I fangirled). At the bottom of the escalator, educator Penny Kittle was talking with a teacher. Ruta Sepytys and me (NCTE, 2023) Columbus, Ohio These sightings are just an example of the humanity that exists within the National Council of Teachers of English ( NCTE ) organization. This year’s theme, Heart, Hope, and Humanity, is sure to capture all the greatness among English teachers. Can’t be with us at the annual convention? Missed a session because you are double- triple- quadruple-booked (because there are so many amazing sessions?). Follow along this weekend for a recap of the sessions and events I will attend. This is my 17th NCTE conference (and the second in Boston!). NCTE does many things for its members. The annual convention reminds me about three of those things: it opens doors, provides access, and makes available great minds and heart...