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Join one of our committees and be a part of our great organization!
Advocacy Committee
Updates CARA board and membership on the latest legislative events regarding education and develops positions on behalf of the organization.
Archives and Awards Committee
Maintains the historical files of CARA and submits necessary documents to apply for annual IRC and ILA Awards on behalf of the organization.
Budget, Finance, and Strategic Planning Committee
Develops an annual planning budget to support the mission of the organization and to ensure financial stability.
Educational Media Committee
Provides leadership in the instructional use of technology.
Family Literacy and Illinois Reads Committee
Addresses issues dealing with the impact of intergenerational literacy on society and plans programs to support cross-generational literacy.
International Projects Committee
Addresses issues dealing with literacy needs of students in other countries and coordinates programs or projects to support literacy in other countries.
Membership Committee
Promotes membership at the local, state and national levels under the leadership of CARA's Vice President.
Nominating Committee
Works with the Past President to solicit candidates to serve on the Board of Directors, to run for office, and to nominate candidates for the CARA Awards.
Professional Development Committee
Plans for professional development opportunities through IRC.
Program Committee
Works with the President Elect to plan and prepare the schedule and programs for all CARA events.
Publicity Committee
Publishes and distributes the CARA Newsletter and publicizes CARA events.
Studies and Research Committee - click on this link to submit research.
Maintains a network of IRC Researchers who have agreed to publicize their research interests and a brief description.
Let us know how you would like to get involved in CARA!
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