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Welcome to the Arkansas Reading Association! The Arkansas Reading Association, an affiliate of the International Reading Association, is a professional organization of individuals, institutions, and councils dedicated to promoting reading and developing literacy. Save the Dates: November 18-19, 2010 Visit the Conference page for updates and registration information. Online registration is Now Open. Regional Meeting August 14 Click here for more information. Important Legislative Update from IRA Join us on Facebook. Arkansas Reading Association wins..... ARA achieved the IRA Advocacy Award for 2009-2010 Winner of the Award of Excellence for 2009-2010 IRA Awards in 2009 Award of Excellence 17 Honor Councils 1 Membership Honor Roll Congratulations, Julie Huskey, on being selected to serve on the IRA Teacher Advisory Panel. Congratulations to our own Glenda Nugent for winning the IRA Maryann Manning Outstanding Service Award. The Arkansas Reading Association, an affiliate of the International Reading Association, is a professional organization of individuals, institutions and councils dedicated to promoting reading and developing literacy. Approximately 1500 members are involved in 26 local reading councils throughout the state where professional development is provided at the local level. Each council also sponsors literacy activities in their communities. In addition, ARA sponsors a state reading conference in November of each year. Nationally recognized speakers and small group session leaders provide excellent professional development for all educators. Membership is open to all educators, parents, community leaders and anyone interested in promoting literacy.

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