NSRC encourages teachers to participate in this writing workshop
which takes place
July 14-17 on the WWU campus:

 

WRITING WORKSHOP IN THE
ELEMENTARY AND MIDDLE SCHOOL CLASSROOM

This summer intensive is designed for teachers who want to deepen their practice with writing workshop and for those who want to give writing workshop a try. The work will focus on putting the theory and research on effective writing instruction into action by developing plans for participants’ own classrooms. Experienced teachers will model effective writing instruction in a teacher writing workshop so that teachers can enhance their knowledge of the subject. Teachers will leave with practical strategies based on Lucy Calkins’ workshop model, proven to motivate and support struggling and proficient young writers.

Participants will learn to:

·       Set Up/Manage an Engaging and Effective Workshop

·       Empower Students to Work through the Writing Process

·       Use Conference Techniques with Student Writers

·       Plan Meaningful, Effective Craft and Process Lessons

·       Have Assessment Drive Essential Writing Instruction

·       Gain Powerful Techniques through Your Own Writing

You can see the flyer at

http://www.wce.wwu.edu/Resources/PDRC/Forms/WritingWorkshopFlyer08.pdf

Registration can be done by clicking on the link at the bottom of the flyer or through this link:

http://www.wce.wwu.edu/Resources/PDRC/Forms/2008SummerRegForm.pdf

 

 

NO PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED

We know that teaching writing and creating writers makes more sense and is more motivating when our students write for authentic purposes and genuine audiences.
How do we do that? This workshop invites us to take a closer look at the following:

 

We will consider “going public” with all kinds of writing in all content area disciplines at all grade levels. And, come prepared to try out a few books [BYOS* and BYOG**].

 

*BYOS - bring your own scissors

** BYOG – bring your own glue (or gluestick)

 

How do children's book authors create the wonder that we feel when reading our favorite books?

What can students and teachers learn from these authors and books if we let them serve as writing mentors?

On Monday, March 10, Megan Sloan will show teachers how to help students become confident, accomplished writers, using literature as their foundation.

Megan Sloan is a teacher with more than 20 years experience. She is also a curriculum specialist and educational consultant who has conducted workshops on teaching writing and reading throughout the United States and Canada. She has presented at state and national reading conferences, and contributed to articles in Instructor magazine and The Reading Teacher. Megan has authored two books: Trait-Based Mini-Lessons for Teaching Writing in Grades 2-4 (Scholastic, 2005) and Teaching Young Writers to Elaborate (Scholastic, 2008).

Teachers who have attended Megan’s workshops in the past have glowing reviews:

“Megan Sloan was fabulous! She was well prepared and highly motivated, thus motivating me. I loved Megan’s book and the ideas in her book!” – Verdalee Barron

“Megan was great! The information and delivery were stimulating!” – Louise Jorgensen

“I am taking so much with me. Megan’s ideas are outstanding. The lesson examples are invaluable.” – Jennifer Green

“Wow! I was inspired and encouraged! I walked away with so many wonderful resources and student-centered ideas!” – Melissa Spata

“Megan is a terrific presenter - very organized and focused. It was an excellent use of my time.”– Joyce Hart

“I loved the writing samples, pictures, book reviews, and ideas! I’m so impressed with Megan and her presentation style!” – Allison Maschetti

“Thanks for all the excellent, helpful, teacher-friendly ideas for student writing!” – Ann Harper

“Very inspiring! Megan knows her material and has such enthusiasm about children’s writing. Thanks!”– Leslie Fullerton

More details about September 24 session:
High quality mini-lessons are key to effective writing workshops. Come and find out how to craft mini-lessons that are focused and explicit in order to meet the needs of all students. Through active participation, video demonstration, and collaboration, you will deepen your understanding and develop practical approaches to writing instruction. Don’t miss this kick-off to NSRC’s yearlong focus on supporting writers!

Click here for September 24 meeting details

More details about December 10 session:

Discover your inner storyteller with Kirby Larson. Kirby will share how learning about her family history inspired the 2007 Newbery Honor book, HATTIE BIG SKY, and how you and your students can "Find Story in Family History." After the dinner break, we'll reconvene with a session called, "Voice Lessons." Though Kirby can’t sing a note to save her life, she understands the importance of voice and tone in writing fiction. As John Dunne said, “There are no good stories.  Only the singer really matters.”  Who’s singing your story?  How do you find the right pitch and key?  How is voice different than point of view? We'll explore these questions together in this session and put what we learn together to practice.  You will leave inspired to help your students use the techniques used by this award winning author.

 

We have partnered with Launching Success Learning Store to make professional resources and children's books related to our workshop topics available to you at each session. Launching Success shares 10% of their profits with NSRC which goes to support our reading council’s donations to World Vision’s efforts to help children (nationally and internationally) get the school supplies they need for learning. Sandy and Barb from Launching Success are NSRC members and find NSRC workshops to be very beneficial to educators and administrators.

Our location has great parking and plenty of seating:

Salem Lutheran Church
2529 N. LaVenture Rd.
Mt Vernon, WA
 

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Click here for our membership form and brochure.

All Monday Workshops:

- no preregistration required -

We accept cash, purchase orders
and checks made out to “NSRC”.

NSRC is a regional association of dedicated educators who are interested in learning more and supporting one another in the area of literacy teaching for students at all grade levels. The NSRC is a regional association under the Washington Organization for Reading Development (WORD), which is a state level organziation under the International Reading Association (IRA).