U.S. Congress - S.1328 Strengthening Kids' Interest in Learning and Libraries Act
S.1328 - Strengthening Kids' Interest in Learning and Libraries Act
A bill to amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 regarding school libraries, and for other purposes. view all titles (3)
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- Short: Strengthening Kids' Interest in Learning and Libraries Act as introduced.
- Short: SKILLS Act as introduced.
- Official: A bill to amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 regarding school libraries, and for other purposes. as introduced.
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7/6/2011--Introduced.Strengthening Kids' Interest in Learning and Libraries Act or SKILLS Act - Amends part A of title I of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (ESEA) to require the inclusion of effective school library programs in school improvement programs. Defines aOfficial Summary
7/6/2011--Introduced.Strengthening Kids' Interest in Learning and Libraries Act or SKILLS Act - Amends part A of title I of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (ESEA) to require the inclusion of effective school library programs in school improvement programs. Defines an "effective school library program" as one that:(1) is staffed by a state sanctioned school librarian;
(2) has up-to-date materials and technology, including broadband;
(3) includes regular collaboration between teachers and school librarians concerning school reform efforts; and
(4) supports the development of digital literacy skills. Replaces the existing program under subpart 4 (Improving Literacy Through School Libraries) of part B of title I of the ESEA with a new program (Improving Literacy and College and Career Readiness Through Effective School Library Programs) awarding competitive three-year grants to local educational agencies (LEAs) to develop and enhance effective school library programs. Makes LEAs eligible for such grants only if at least 20% of their students are impoverished. Amends part A (Teacher and Principal Training and Recruiting Fund) of title II of the ESEA to rename part A the Teacher, School Librarian, and Principal Training and Recruiting Fund. Requires states and LEAs to use funds under the program to train school librarians, and recruit and retain highly effective school librarians.
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White House Petition for School Libraries – Next Steps AASL Blog
... 6th) introduced the Strengthening Kids' Interest in Learning and Libraries (SKILLS) Act. The SKILLS Act, numbered H.R. 3776 in the House, is a companion bill of S. 1328 that was introduced in the Senate by Senators Jack ...
White House Petition for School Libraries – Next Steps AASL Blog
... 6th) introduced the Strengthening Kids' Interest in Learning and Libraries (SKILLS) Act. The SKILLS Act, numbered H.R. 3776 in the House, is a companion bill of S. 1328 that was introduced in the Senate by Senators Jack ...
White House Petition for School Libraries – Next Steps AASL Blog
... 6th) introduced the Strengthening Kids' Interest in Learning and Libraries (SKILLS) Act. The SKILLS Act, numbered H.R. 3776 in the House, is a companion bill of S. 1328 that was introduced in the Senate by Senators Jack ...
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S.1328 Strengthening Kids' Interest in Learning and Libraries Act
kradz
August 19, 2011
I am writing as your constituent in the 3rd Congressional district of Connecticut. I'm tracking S.1328 - Strengthening Kids' Interest in Learning and Libraries Act using OpenCongress.org, the free public resource website for government transparency and accountability.
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S.1328 Strengthening Kids' Interest in Learning and Libraries Act
mommasuz
August 13, 2011
I am writing as your constituent in the 1st Congressional district of Arizona. I support S.1328 - Strengthening Kids' Interest in Learning and Libraries Act, and am tracking it using OpenCongress.org, the free public resource website for government transparency and accountability.
I am an Anglo employee of a school district on the Navajo Reservation in Arizona. I see every day the effects of children not being exposed to reading. Many of the elementary students I deal with fall far below ...
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