* To promote literacy in the community on an ongoing basis * To further the awareness of reading to the public
Elko County Reading Council
Promotes local literacy projects
Professional development for educators
Reading events
Developing a lifelong love of reading
The Elko County Reading Council is busy throughout the school year with projects in the community. Some of our projects include: visiting author, Christmas Book Tree, support for literacy nights at schools, and encouraging positive engagement in reading. We also give reading grants to teachers and scholarships to graduating seniors.