Writers in the Schools celebrates 40 years of engaging children in the joy of reading and writing. Chaired by Liz and Steven Bender, the 40th-anniversary gala, Chapter 40: An Odyssey of Impact will honor the founder of WITS, Phillipe Lopate, and other heroes of the WITS 40-year journey. The event will also commemorate the long-standing partnerships fostered with Houston-area schools in addition to students and alums from WITS programs.