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North
Pat Sawyer
8 CR 528
Rienzi, MS 38865
psawyer@alcorn.k12.ms.us
Central
Tracie Barnard
tracie.barnard@rcsd.ms
South
Suzanne Hawley
shawley@qsd.k12.ms.us
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Goal 1: Literacy
To support the efforts of teachers in the utilization of sound teaching practices in reading. To promote and encourage the growth of reading as a lifelong accomplishment for the citizenry of Mississippi. To promote and encourage sound reading research.
Goal 2: Professional Development
To encourage quality professional development for reading professionals. To encourage local councils to actively support and provide training to local school's. To maintain a recognition program for members for outstanding service to MRA, IRA and the local councils.
Goal 3: Advocacy
To develop a strategic agenda for advocacy to further support teachers in the use of sound teaching practices in the area of reading. To develop a state presence as a professional organization.
Goal 4: Awards
To continue to complete requirements awards outlined by MRA Bylaws. To research ways to utilize MRA funds as awards that support the purposes of the organization.
Goal 5: Technology
To develop a website that will provide support and enhance communciation. To utilize technology and connectivity to encourage international projects.
Crossroads Council
Genia Robinson
273 CR 449
Rienz, MS 38865
(b)662-462-5214
(h)662-462-7250
grobins@alcorn.k12.ms.us
Jackson Council
Janice Cate
5207 Forrest Hill Rd.
Jackson, MS 39272
(b) 601-372-5479
(h) 801-987-3532
jcate@jackson.k12.ms.us
Pine Belt Council
President - Lauren Hutto
118 College Drive, #5057
Hattiesburg, MS 39406
(b) 601-266-4549
Stacey.Reeves@usm.edu
Delta Council
Cheryl Cummins
1712 Terrace Rd.
Cleveland, MS 38732
Madison Council
Kim Carlisle
3039 Tidewater Cr.
Madison, MS 39110
(b) 601-856-6246
(h) 601-856-5427
khcarlisle@aol.com