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, Chippewa Valley Schools Shayne@cvs.k12.mi.us
President Elect: Stephen Gartland, Utica Schools stephen.gartland@uticak12.org
Vice President: Beth Jagnecki, Utica Schools beth.jagnecki@uticak12.org
Secretary: Carol Karlstad, Fitzgerald Public Schools carokarl@fps.fitz.k12.mi.us
Treasurer: Grace Velchansky, Macomb ISD gvelchansky@misd.net
Historian: Kathy Ming, Utica Schools kathleen.ming@uticak12.org
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
Membership to the Macomb Reading Council is free and includes 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.