Purpose
The Macomb Reading Council is the local chapter of the Michigan Reading Association. Our purpose is to offer opportunities for educators to connect with colleagues who share an interest in literacy so that all students, preK-12, have the opportunity to become productive members of society through reading and writing.
Executive Board
President: Sally Hayne, Dakota High School Shayne@cvs.k12.mi.us
President Elect: Stephen Gartland, DeKeyser Elementary stephen.gartland@uticak12.org
Vice President: Beth Jagnecki, Rose Kidd Elementary beth.jagnecki@uticak12.org
Secretary: Carol Karlstad, Mound Park Elementary carokarl@fps.fitz.k12.mi.us
Treasurer: Grace Velchansky, Macomb ISD gvelchansky@misd.net
Historian: Kathy Ming, Havel Elementary kathleen.ming@uticak12.org
Member-at-Large: Melrita Westerlund, SVSU 39mlw@comcast.net
If you are interested in becoming a Board Member, please contact Sally Hayne. All Macomb County teachers are welcome to apply.
Meeting Dates
Board meeting dates are held the second Monday of September, November, February, March, and June at the Macomb Intermediate School District. Meetings are open to all interested educators. You may contact any Board member for the specific time and room number.
Membership Information
Annual dues are $5.00, which entitles members to a reduced rate for MRC events (Young Authors' Dinner excluded) and to receive the MRC Connection which is published in the fall and spring. Membership also offers an avenue for networking with colleagues throughout the county! Check out the membership page for registration information.