Backup Documents 01/25/2011 Item # 4A
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PROCLAMA rION
WHEREAS, the people of Collier County recognize the vital importance of
promoting childrens literacy and of building a community of
enthusiastic and lifelong readers,' and,
WHEREAS, the K is for Kids" Foundation and its Teen Advisory Team have
an established record of success in building a love of reading
among chl'ldren, particularly through its Friends of the School
Library program and Bring a Book, Bring a Friend" Fun'raisers;
and,
WHEREAS, the K is for Kids" Foundation has brought hundreds of children
and adults together to create a culture that treasures shared
reading opportunities and school libraries,' and,
WHEREAS, the K is for Kids. Foundation hos ploced thousands of books on
the shelves of chl'ldren's libraries and in the hands of eager
young readers,. and,
WHEREAS, the orgonizotion believes that by encouraging t<<lays readers, it
can inspire tomorrows leaders.
NOW THEREFORE, be it proclaimed by the Board of County Commissioners of
Collier County, Florida, that February, 2011 be designated as
K IS FOR KIDS" FOUNDATION'S BRING A BOOK,
BRING A FRIEND" FOR CHILDREN'S LITERACY MONTH
in hopes that 011 of us WI'll show renewed support for our school
libraries and the young reoders who find knowledge, solace and
inspiration within them.
DONE AND ORDERED THIS 25th Day of January, 2011.
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA
FRED COYLE, CHAIRMAN
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From:
Sent:
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Subject:
Karen D. Clawson [kisforkidsfoundation@mac.com]
Tuesday, January 25, 2011 7:48 AM
SpringsPaula
K is for Kids@ Teen Names for Proclamation
Good morning, Paula!
~he two teens who are able to attend this morning (one has to miss, has a test and mom has a migraine!) are:
Haylee Lamb, and
Amber Valcante (pronounce Val-can't-ee)
Thank you.
Very truly yours,
Karen D. Clawson
Founder & Executive Director
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Bringing books to kids everywhere.
Website: www.KisforKids.orq . Email: Karen@KisforKids.orq
Telephone: (239) 596-KIDS (5437) Fax: (239) 431-6882
5683 Strand Court, Suite 7, Naples, FL 34110-3343
"Encourage today's readers. Inspire tomorrow's leaders."
K is for Kids@ Foundation promotes literacy and a love of reading in children by enriching their libraries and expandin9 their access to
books in and out of school. Through our focused efforts, K is for Kids@ helps cultivate the skills kids need
to be creative thinkers, adventurous problem solvers and visionary leaders.