The Exemplary Reading Award committee is now accepting nominations for the Exemplary Reading Award.

This prestigious award is sponsored by the Massachusetts Reading Association to recognize outstanding reading and language arts initiatives at all grade levels (elementary, middle, and high school). Its purpose is to call the public’s attention to outstanding school-wide literacy initiatives throughout Massachusetts.

Each council is encouraged to nominate one or more schools for the Exemplary Reading Award. The MRA Exemplary Reading Award Committee will contact each nominated school to inform them of the steps required in applying for the award.  All applications are due by December 22nd, 2025. The MRA Exemplary Reading Award Committee will review applications and apply the criteria and guidelines listed below using a standardized scoring procedure. Selected schools will be visited by representatives of the Exemplary Reading Award Committee. The name of the winning school and a description of the school-wide literacy initiatives will be sent to the MRA Board by March 11th. 

Please see the attached guidelines and application for your reference. Completed applications should be emailed by December 22nd, 2025.

We look forward to receiving your nominations at prattrobin33@gmail.com.