Who We Are

MERC (Mid-East Reading Council) is a non-profit, professional and service organization composed of reading specialsits, teachers, administrators, and others who are genuinely concerned with the improvement and teaching of reading and the promotion of life-long literacy.

Top 8 reasions why you should join MERC

• Grow as a professional through three informative programs.

• Receive a quarterly newsletter, MERC Matters, with reports on national, state, and local reading workshops and literacy issues.

• Gain access to the greater world of literacy through WSRA and IRA.

• Network with other reading professionals including classroom teachers.

• Be informed of legislation and political trends regarding literacy education.

• Support local, state, and international projects.

• Fulfill staff development requirements for your local school district.

• Win door prizes.

Our History

Since its charter year (1967), MERC has grown to include over 200 current members from Northern Winnebago, Outagamie, and Calumet counties.

Click here to see the bylaws of our organization.

Our Future

Our Council goals include:

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