West Virginia Reading Association
Mission and Goals

The West Virginia Reading Association is dedicated to
improving achievement in reading
for lifelong learning.

Goal 1
Advance quality staff development to enhance reading instruction.

                                                                                        * Develop and encourage professional development aligned to
                                                                                           standards, assessment and instruction.
                                                                                        * Promote and disseminate scientifically based research.
                                                                                        * Advocate "best practice" studey and implementation.

Goal 2
Market the association's goals, programs and activities.

                                                                                        * Design and implement reading literacy campaigns.
                                                                                        * Sponsor conferences.
                                                                                        * Sustain membership efforts.

Goal 3
Establish alliances to foster literacy.

                                                                                        * Build collaboration efforts with governmental agencies.
                                                                                        * Educate families and communities regarding their impact
                                                                                           on reading success.

Goal 4
Sustain the infra-structure through effective leadership development.

                                                                                        * Conduct annual leadership seminars.
                                                                                        * Support local councils in programs and projects.



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