For immediate release | December 28, 2010

Teen Tech Weekâ„¢ Mini Grant applications due Jan. 3

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CHICAGO — Through funding from the Margaret A. Edwards Trust, the (YALSA), a division of the 91´«Ã½ (91´«Ã½), will award up to 10 mini grants, consisting of $450 in cash and $50 worth of , to YALSA members who create a reading program that incorporates technology for their . Teen Tech Week 2011 will be celebrated March 6-12 with a theme of Mix and Mash @ your library. Applications for the mini grants are due on Jan. 3.
Visit to read the official rules and download the application form. This contest is open only to YALSA members. Applicants for the TTW Mini Grants must submit the official application form to the YALSA office at yalsa@ala.org. Winners will be notified the week of Feb. 7, 2011. In addition to $450 cash for the winners’ TTW plans, they’ll receive a Teen Tech Week prize pack from 91´«Ã½ Graphics.
Teen Tech Week highlights the importance of connecting teens with different technologies, especially those available through the library. Teen Tech Week also encourages teens to recognize that librarians are qualified, trusted professionals in the field of information technology. Registration and resources are available at .
For more than 50 years, YALSA has been the world leader in selecting books, videos and audiobooks for teens. For more information about YALSA or for lists of recommended reading, viewing and listening, go to , or contact the YALSA office by phone, (800) 545-2433, ext. 4390, or e-mail, yalsa@ala.org.

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Stephanie Kuenn