Dear Friends,
This year has proven to be a very challenging year for all as we navigate the changes that have been put into effect as a result of COVID-19. First and foremost, Kern Reading Association, in affiliation with the California Reading Association and the International Literacy Association, remains committed to enriching the reading experiences of students throughout Kern County. We invite you to be a part of that endeavor by becoming a member of the Kern Reading Association. Your membership also gives you membership in the California Reading Association as well and provides you with access to high-quality professional development events, a subscription to The California Reader (a professional journal), access to online resources, and practical, classroom-tested support for research-based, standards-aligned instruction.
As you notice, there has been a major change in the KRA calendar of events this year. The Board, which is currently meeting via ZOOM, has found it necessary for KRA to no longer host the Young Authors' Fair. This was a profoundly difficult decision since this event has been a part of KRA for over 50 years. However, the recent decline in registration from school sites has made this event financially unsustainable. The past three years were only made possible due to the generous donations of a single individual who wishes to remain anonymous. KRA will continue to look for new and innovative ways to support author events and will also continue to support our local authors. We wish to thank all those who have supported and attended the Young Authors' Fair throughout the years.
KRA will host its annual Book Talk Tea, but this year it will look a little different. Stay tuned for the details and location. We are waiting for approval for the location but are looking at a date in April when the weather is good for an outdoor event. I hope that peaks your interest.
Brenda Russell
President
This year has proven to be a very challenging year for all as we navigate the changes that have been put into effect as a result of COVID-19. First and foremost, Kern Reading Association, in affiliation with the California Reading Association and the International Literacy Association, remains committed to enriching the reading experiences of students throughout Kern County. We invite you to be a part of that endeavor by becoming a member of the Kern Reading Association. Your membership also gives you membership in the California Reading Association as well and provides you with access to high-quality professional development events, a subscription to The California Reader (a professional journal), access to online resources, and practical, classroom-tested support for research-based, standards-aligned instruction.
As you notice, there has been a major change in the KRA calendar of events this year. The Board, which is currently meeting via ZOOM, has found it necessary for KRA to no longer host the Young Authors' Fair. This was a profoundly difficult decision since this event has been a part of KRA for over 50 years. However, the recent decline in registration from school sites has made this event financially unsustainable. The past three years were only made possible due to the generous donations of a single individual who wishes to remain anonymous. KRA will continue to look for new and innovative ways to support author events and will also continue to support our local authors. We wish to thank all those who have supported and attended the Young Authors' Fair throughout the years.
KRA will host its annual Book Talk Tea, but this year it will look a little different. Stay tuned for the details and location. We are waiting for approval for the location but are looking at a date in April when the weather is good for an outdoor event. I hope that peaks your interest.
Brenda Russell
President