Landrum Middle School was recently recognized at the International Reading Association’s 59th Annual Conference in New Orleans. The theme of the conference was “Reading – the Teachable Moment”.
The IRA is a global network committed to worldwide literacy. More than 53,000 members strong, the Association supports literacy professionals through a wide range of resources, advocacy efforts, volunteerism, and professional development activities.
IRA welcomes members and nonmembers from every part of the world, including classroom teachers, reading specialists, literacy coaches, college/university faculty, school administrators, and pre-service teachers.
The mission of the International Reading Association is to promote reading by continuously advancing the quality of literacy instruction and research worldwide.
The Association works toward its mission by pursuing the following five goals:
•     Professional Development – Enhance the professional development of reading educators worldwide.
•     Advocacy – Advocate for research, policy, and practices that support the best interests of all learners and reading professionals.
•     Partnership – Establish and strengthen national and international alliances with a wide range of organizations.
•     Research – Encourage and support research to promote informed decision-making about reading practice and policy.
•     Global Literacy Development – Provide leadership on literacy issues around the world.
Landrum Middle School was recognized at the conference for being the S.C. Exemplary Reading School for 2014. Dr. Crystal McSwain, Dr. MaryAnn Solesbee, Mrs. Ann Greene, and Dr. Ron Garner were recognized at the awards program for representing S.C.
Dr. McSwain said of the program and award: “We are so proud to represent S.C. as the Exemplary Reading School for 2014 and represent District One on a national stage.
We truly believe and demonstrate daily in District One that literacy and reading across the curriculum pre – 12 is a necessary and vital component for student success.”
– article submitted
by Paula Brooks