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International Reading Association
The International Reading Association seeks to promote high levels of literacy for all by improving the quality of reading instruction through studying the reading process and teaching techniques; serving as a clearinghouse for the dissemination of reading research through conferences, journals, and other publications; and actively encouraging the lifetime reading habit.
The National Council of Teachers of English
Since 1911, NCTE has provided a forum for the profession, an array of opportunities for teachers to continue their professional growth throughout their careers, and a framework for cooperation to deal with issues that affect the teaching of English.
National Writing Project
Through its professional development model, NWP builds the leadership, programs, and research needed for teachers to help their students become successful writers and learners.
Thinkfinity.org
This free, comprehensive digital learning platform is built upon the merger of two acclaimed programs Verizon MarcoPolo and the Thinkfinity Literacy Network.
Virginia Association of Museums
Since its establishment as a non-profit organization in 1968, the Virginia Association of Museums has grown to become one of the largest state museum associations in the country.
Virginia Association of Teachers of English (VATE)
VATE is the state affiliate of the National Council of Teachers of English.
Virginia Department of Education
The VDOE site is a site that every Virginia educator needs easy access to. It provides information that is invaluable for educators in the state, including information about recertification and the VA STANDARDS of Learning.
Virginia Foundation for the Humanities: Center for the Book
The Center for the Book's vision is that every Virginian will have access to books and reading and to the power that books and reading provide to shape and inform personal and civic life.
Virginia State Reading Association
VSRA is a professional non-profit organization of educators and interested individuals actively engaged in the development of literacy throughout the Commonwealth.
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