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South West Reading Council—2008-2009 |
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Saskatchewan Reading Council |
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Who is the South West Reading Council?
The South West Reading Council is a local council of the Saskatchewan Reading Council, a special subject council of the Saskatchewan Teachers’ Federation and a council of the International Reading Association. The following school divisions are a part of the South West Reading Council: · Chinook · Shaunavon Separate · St. Paul’s · Sun West · Swift Current Separate
The South West Reading Council provides opportunities for professional development and the promotion of literacy in communities across south western Saskatchewan. We are always looking for new members and new ideas. To get involved, please contact a member of the executive.
The South West Reading Council is open to anyone having a professional interest in the teaching of Language Arts and a love of reading.
South West Reading Council
Goals for 2008-2009 · to increase membership and interest in the South West Reading Council · to increase the professional development opportunities for Language Arts Teachers · to continue to be involved with programs such as Read to Me and the Young Writers’ Publication
Purpose · to promote and contribute to literacy programs · to create professional development opportunities · to provide provincial and international partnerships
Membership Benefits
Annual Reading Conference The annual reading conference hosted by the Saskatchewan Reading Council features well known authors, guest speakers, local presenters and exhibitors to showcase literacy instruction. As a member of the South West Reading Council, you receive a reduced conference rate.
Read to Me Literacy Packages are distributed across the province to parents of newborn babies each spring to promote early literacy. The package includes a free book for the baby, fridge magnets and information for parents about the importance of early literacy.
Query Each year members receive three issues of the professional journal Query. Query features literacy related articles and ideas from local to international perspectives as well as information about each of the local councils.
Young Writers’ Publication An annual publication of Saskatchewan K-12 student writing is distributed to South West Reading Council members. Members may submit student writing and look forward to receiving their copy each spring.
Contact Information
If you have any questions or would like to become involved, please contact:
Yvonne Brown-President Christ the King School, Shaunavon 306-297-2321
Jennifer Ackerman-Vice President Creston Colony School, Shaunavon 306-297-2648 ext. 504 |