Oregon Reading Association

The Oregon State Literacy Association (OSLA), previously the Oregon Reading Association, is an affiliate of the International Literacy Association (ILA) and a professional non-profit organization dedicated to people who are interested in all forms of literacy and the promotion of lifetime literacy. The mission of the Oregon State Literacy Associati... on (OSLA) is to be a driving force for the development of literacy in our schools and communities and to foster a lifelong love of reading. Support the mission of the International Literacy Association. To coordinate and support the efforts and activities of the local Oregon State Literacy Association councils in the State of Oregon. To encourage reading/literacy learning in ways that lead to enjoyment and a lifelong engagement in literacy. To explore and disseminate pertinent, significant investigations and practices of literacy teaching/learning. To offer professional development opportunities regarding best practices in literacy teaching/learning i.e. institutes, conferences, lending library and meetings. To provide support for teachers-in-preparation and to form alliances with teacher preparation programs. To advocate for community involvement that supports research-tested best practices in literacy learning for all. To promote mutual understanding and cooperative work among literacy educators locally, nationally and internationally.Read More