Early and Family Literacy Committee
Charge
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To identify, synthesize, and disseminate current research findings relevant to early and family literacy issues from library schools, scholars of education, and other advocacy sources to libraries, childcare providers, and community agencies serving young children (birth through age 8). To develop in-person and virtual training workshops about early and family literacy skills, practices, and research, and to update and develop ALSC resources with early and family literacy information. To collaborate with and advise related ALSC committees and groups, and library and education associations on early and family literacy issues and concerns. To serve as a resource about ALSC early and family literacy products including those available for purchase.
Roster
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The Early and Family Literacy Committee consists of nine members, including two co-chairs who are appointed in alternating years. (2 Co-Chairs + 7)
One of the nine is designated as liaison to other ALSC committees working with young children.
Members are appointed from the ALSC membership at large, serving 2-year terms and led by the committee co-chairs.
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Established in 2019 at the request of the ALSC Board of Directors.
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- Award and evaluation committees are appointed in early fall (July-Oct)
- Replacement positions pop up and are filled throughout the year (ongoing)
The Vice-President/President-Elect begins making his/her process committee appointments in February/March. In August/September, after being seated as President, he/she will then begin filling fall appointments.
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