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2004 Sagebrush Literature Award Announcement

From: Marge Loch-Wouters <lochwouters>
Date: Tue, 30 Sep 2003 06:15:01 -0500

2004 ALSC Sagebrush/Education Resources Literature Program Grant Applicants Sought

Have you developed and implemented a fabulous library program for kids
(infants through age 13) involving reading and the use of children's literature? Then why not get recognition for the work you've already done by applying for the 2004 ALSC Sagebrush/Education Resources Literature Program Grant (formerly named the Econoclad Literature Award). If you are an ALSC member and presented this program during 2003 at any public or school library, you are eligible to apply. The award is a $1000 grant to attend ALA's annual conference in Orlando, FL from June 24 0, 2004. A few of the previous award winning programs include a young adult storytelling drama troupe; a statewide virtual book discussion group involving authors and featuring a strong partnership with the media; a read-aloud program for preschoolers conducted by teens; and a writing club for kids. The sky is the limit on the kinds of great programs you've done this year focusing on literature and kids that are eligible for the award.

The application deadline is DECEMBER 1, 2003. Detailed information and grant application forms are availble online at onal_Awards/Professional_Awards.htm . Or you can request a copy by postcard at ALSC/Sagebrush Education Resources Literature Program Grant, ALSC, 50 East Huron Street, Chicago, IL 60611 or via e-mail at alsc at ala.org (don't forget to include your mailing address). Mail five (5) copies of the completed application to Marge Loch-Wouters, Menasha's Public Library, 440 First St, Menasha WI 54952. The winner will be notified in January.

Please feel free to forward this message to local and regional listservs you are on or to colleagues you think are deserving of this award. Committee members include Patricia Dollisch (GA); Jane Gardner Connor (SC); Susan Knipe (WA), Anna Healy (IL) and Marge Loch-Wouters (WI). If you have questions or need additional information, you can contact the ALSC office
(800 545$33 ext. 2163) or committee chair Marge Loch-Wouters at 920 967Q66, ex 700 or lochwouters at menashalibrary.org. We are eager to read about your programs and award that grant!

Marge Loch-Wouters 309 Willow Lane Menasha WI 54952 920 720`38 lochwouters at tds.net
Received on Tue 30 Sep 2003 06:15:01 AM CDT