Who Should Join MRA? 

Membership is open to anyone interested in reading instruction and literacy in Massachusetts. MRA members include classroom teachers, literacy specialists, special education teachers, librarians, administrators, university and college professors, college students, parents, and others interested in the promotion of literacy for all. 

Professional Opportunities and Membership Benefits 

• Networking opportunities to meet and talk with people interested in literacy 

• Enthusiasm and inspiration derived from working with fellow educators 

• Opportunities for professional development 

• Materials provided by committees such as: Family and Early Childhood Literacy, Studies and Research, Adolescent Literacy, and position papers on current literacy issues 

• Eligibility to apply for MRA Grants and Scholarships 

• Promotion of literacy interests before the state legislature 

• Subscriptions to the MRA Primer Journal 

• Voting privileges at MRA’s Annual General Assembly 

Mission Statement 

The mission of the Massachusetts Reading Association is to promote reading and writing for all learners through professional development, research, publications, and advocacy. 

Major Purposes of MRA 

• To support the improvement and quality of reading/language arts instruction and to promote professional standards for teaching literacy 

• To stimulate and promote research in the field of literacy 

• To work with, support, and serve as a liaison for the local councils and the International Reading Association 

• To foster interaction among those interested in literacy for all 

• To provide a forum for exchange of ideas with leaders in the field of literacy education 

• To disseminate knowledge helpful in addressing issues related to reading/language arts 

• To help parents become involved with the literacy development of their children 

• To encourage reading as a lifelong habit