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National Writing Project @writingproject.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
We're honored to be a recipient, alongside the Ohio Writing Project and the Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park, of a National Park Foundation Open OutDoors for Kids grant! #writeout bit.ly/4xNTxuT
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National Park Foundation Kicks Off 15 Years of Open OutDoors for Kids…
The National Park Foundation (NPF) is the official nonprofit partner of the National Park Service.
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National Writing Project @writingproject.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
If you want to learn more about #writeout, drop in tomorrow at 4p PT/7p ET! bit.ly/3SAsRiE
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National Writing Project @writingproject.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Write Out is just about two weeks away and we can't wait to get outside and start writing! We put together this checklist to help you get started, and all links are available at writeout.nwp.org. Don't miss the educators guide and the new interactive map! #writeout
Write Out logo followed by a list of seven items to sign up for the newsletter, browse the new Choice Board, attend a Hawaiian Kilo event on Oct 13, visit the new interactive map, and another event with Write Out Ambassador Grant Snider on Oct 20.
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National Writing Project @writingproject.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
In this NWP Radio episode you will learn about a Spencer Foundation funded partnership between the Philadelphia Writing Project, the School district of Philadelphia, and the Colored Girls Museum. bit.ly/3V6CMxk
Headshots of Barrett Rosser, Njemele Anderson, and Jenee Lee on the a blue background with the NWP Radio logo.
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National Writing Project @writingproject.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
Join author Meenoo Rami tomorrow at 4p PT/7p ET for the kick-off of our September book study of A Teacher's Guide to Using AI. bit.ly/4wQDADJ
Headshot of Meenoo Rami above her book, A Teacher's Guide to Using AI, with the Write Now Teacher Studio logo above white text that reads, "presents a virtual book study with Meenoo Rami."
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National Writing Project @writingproject.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
Beginning Tuesday, join author @meenoo.bsky.social for a study of her latest book, A Teacher's Guide to Using AI. Share questions, reflections, ideas, and connections along the way. The book study begins with a kickoff conversation on Sep 1. A discount code for the book is available. bit.ly/4wQDADJ
Cover of A Teacher's Guide to Using AI overlayed on pink background with Write Now Teachers Studio logo and "presents A Virtual Book Study" in white text.
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National Writing Project @writingproject.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
Three Writing Project teacher-researchers join @noredink.bsky.social for a conversation about building classroom community. A perfect way to kick off the new school year! bit.ly/3UT5l16
Top half of graphic has details "Connection First: Strategies to Build Classroom Community" "August 26, 2026, 10am PT/1 pm ET" with noredink and NWP logos. Bottom half has headshots of Dr. Paige Whitlock and Dr. Tanya Baker.
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National Writing Project @writingproject.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Tomorrow! What might it look like to include historical primary sources in the text sets we use to support civic argument writing? Join Javaha Ross and Trey Smith for a conversation about sources and strategies from their work with the Library of Congress. bit.ly/4iitTKz
"Teaching writing still matters" in white serif font with "matters" in gold script font, placed on top of teacher writing on paper on whiteboard with dark pink overlay.
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National Writing Project @writingproject.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Day 3 of our Writing Still Matters challenge. Jump in and share your favorite writing tool and those of your students. bit.ly/4wSfvNU
"Day 3 Writing still matters." banner at top, on white background. Below is "Prompt" followed by "As a writer, what's your favoritee tool for writing?" and then in a second bullet, italicized, "What's a tool that your student writers use that helps them in their writerly development?" Then "Share" subhead with "https://bit.ly/4wSfvNU" and the National Writing Project logo at the bottom.
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National Writing Project @writingproject.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
This online course is an opportunity to engage with experts and colleagues as a community of learners to utilize AI to effectively impact teaching and learning in the K-12 classroom. Early-bird pricing ends Friday! bit.ly/3S2Z6qE
Flyer about "AI ini K-12 Education Certificate Program." Includes cost of $2500-2700, UC Irvine School of Education Certificate and Continuing Education Units, 100% online with weekly synchronous meetings.
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National Writing Project @writingproject.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
Do you believe writing still matters? Are you thinking about the why’s and how’s of teaching student writers? On Monday we're kicking off a 5-day challenge in the Write Now Teacher Studio to share where you're at and to learn from others. bit.ly/4wSfvNU
"Writing still matters." with "Writing" in pink script overlayed on quotes about writing with "Studio Challenge" badge in upper right.
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National Writing Project @writingproject.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
As the school year approaches for many (or is already underway!), we invite you to join the Write Now Teacher Studio, a free online community for writing teachers to share experience, questions, and inspirations. #nwpstudio studio.nwp.org
Two teachers working on laptops, one with "Respect teachers." on her t-shirt. Purple overlay with white text, "Write Now Teacher Studio" in headline font and "A space for teachers to connect and collaborate with colleagues." in smaller subhead font. National Writing Project logo with golden "W" in upprer right corner.
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National Writing Project @writingproject.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
Designed for English teachers, this course focuses on sentence-level improvement strategies for their students. Using a method the co-instructors developed called “the sentence-composing approach,” participants practice sentence strategies used by many authors. bit.ly/sentence-com...
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National Writing Project @writingproject.bsky.social · 11/07/2026
This month join colleagues in sharing your summer self. What are noticing, making, reading, dreaming bout? studio.nwp.org/posts/104062...
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National Writing Project @writingproject.bsky.social · 06/07/2026
July 9: Plan the First 20 Days to scaffold working memory and build student learner-owned strategy toolkits! Using the book Building Executive Function and Motivation in the Middle Grades, join colleagues in planning the First 20 Days (grades 4-10). bit.ly/3Rlzxk8
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National Writing Project @writingproject.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
#writeout happens in October, but if you're curious what resources are available to plan an event or even just what exactly Write Out is, drop in! bit.ly/4uQDOdK
Young adult sitting on grass, painting by a river with a conoe with two people wearing life vests in the background. Image has gradient green overlay with Write Out logo in lower left above white text that reads "Drop-in Session."
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National Writing Project @writingproject.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
Journals, hats, water bottles! Help spread the word about #writeout and the National Writing Project with some fun stuff from The NWP Shop. shop.nwp.org/collections/...
Pictures of woman in tan bucket hat with Write Out tree/pencil logo, paper journals with the Write Out logo, white water bottle with #writeout on it, and woman with navy "dad" baseball hat with Write Out tree logo. "Write Out Gear for the Summer" in white text above a button that says "Visit the Shop" in the lower left.
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Benjamin Ludwig @benjaminludwig.com · 25/06/2026
I’m writing an article about teaching writing in a K-8 setting because I improve standardized test scores while flatly reusing to teach to the test. Any #teachers out there with a similar experience? I’d like to interview you. Reposts appreciated! @writingproject.bsky.social @ncte.org #edusky
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National Writing Project @writingproject.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
Join the Write Every Day Challenge in the Write Now Teacher Studio! It's fun and easy, plus you get a nifty badge when you complete the 5-day challenge. bit.ly/4oHCtnB
Wave crashing in the foreground with the coast in the background, sun setting, and nondescript text in gold overlayed on the left, taking up 40% of the image. Then "Write Every Day Challenge" in white text, centered horizontally but aligned vertically in the lower third, with the "Write Now Teacher Studio" logo above that text, aligned right.
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National Writing Project @writingproject.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
What's one moment this last school year that shifted your thinking? In your practice, what are things you want more of and what do you want less of? Join colleagues in the #nwpstudio to share and reflect. #EduSky bit.ly/3SOwCRe
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National Writing Project @writingproject.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
The Write Now Teacher Studio is a free online community by teachers for teachers. If you're looking for a place to share your experience or questions about teaching writing, K-university, this is a great place to start. studio.nwp.org
Write Now Teacher Studio logo centered at top above a constellation of profile photos cropped into circles with white overlapping circles interspersed and the National Writing Project in the lower right.
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National Writing Project @writingproject.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
Throughout June, in the #nwpstudio, look for opportunities to reflect on your teaching, your students, and your learning. Together with colleagues, revisit successes, challenges, unexpected discoveries, and the questions that continue to shape your practice. bit.ly/3ShRDDF
Palm trees reflected in blue, rippling pool with National Writing Project logo in white in the upper left, "Curiosity Creativity Courage" in white with three overlapping gold rings in the lower left, and "Come Reflect on the Year in the Write Now Teacher Studio..." in white text along the bottom.
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National Writing Project @writingproject.bsky.social · 30/05/2026
The Boise State Writing Project Summer Institute will be reading When Challenge Brings Change in June. Each chapter features one teacher writing about a breakthrough in their practice. This year's fellows will post thoughts in the Write Now Teacher Studio and you're invited! bit.ly/4vay0vB
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When Challenge Brings Change
Join the Boise State University Writing Project in June to study this NPW Co-Published book: When Challenge Brings Change: How Teacher Breakthroughs Transform the Classroom. Participation in this book...
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National Writing Project @writingproject.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
Tomorrow, 10a PT/1p ET, don't miss "The Evolving Educator: Building an Intential Relationship Between Your Practice and AI"! bit.ly/4ty39YG
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National Writing Project @writingproject.bsky.social · 26/05/2026
What is Write Out? When is it? Why should I do it? Are there resources available to help me? Today at 4p PT/7p ET, drop in the #nwpstudio to learn how #writeout supports place-based writing and get all your questions answered! bit.ly/3PgJTk
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National Writing Project @writingproject.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
Tomorrow: Join the Seven Bridges Writing Project for an interactive session with the rich writing activities in Tell It Slant. Based in nonfiction, the tools in this book help students and teachers find the joy of writing in both reflective and analytical contexts. #nwpstudio bit.ly/4djOOKs
Cover of Tell it Slant in the upper right with "Write Now Teacher Studio" logo followed by "presents A Virtual Book Study" in white text on a pink background.
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National Writing Project @writingproject.bsky.social · 08/05/2026
Perfect for any writer that wants to show their love for the National Writing Project, this soft-cover journal ($10) contains 160 pages of lined paper, elastic closure, a ribbon page marker, and a document pocket inside the back cover. Comes in purple, turquoise, or orange. bit.ly/4weosBf
Three soft-bound journals (purple, turquoise, orange) on a wood desk with the National Writing Project logo embossed in the middle. Below is text on a purple background "NWP Soft-Bound Journal" with "shop.nwp.org" below that, and on the right a bulleted list, "-Polyurethane fabric soft cover, -Perfect bound, -80 sheets (160 pages), -Ivory, lined paper, -8 in H x 5/5 in W x 0.5 in D."
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National Writing Project @writingproject.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
Join the National Writing Project's Write Now Teacher Studio for a month-long celebration of teaching and the people who do this human-centered, care-based work. Look for engagements that invite you to reflect on your work and the mentors who shaped you. #teacherappreciationweek studio.nwp.org
Smiling teacher with young boys practicing writing at classroom table with "You Are Appreciated" in white text overlayed and the National Writing Project logo in the lower right.
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National Writing Project @writingproject.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
Some Writing Project sites around the country offer programming for youth! Find your local site and see what's available. news.uark.edu/articles/812...
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Registration Open for NWA Writing Project Young Writers Camps
From June 15-26, students will meet at the University of Arkansas, Hellstern Middle School in Springdale, and Washington Junior High School in Bentonville (for WJH students only).
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National Writing Project @writingproject.bsky.social · 02/05/2026
New Release! The guided workshops depicted in this book offer seven, ready-to-implement instructional units that walk secondary language arts teachers through practical, day-one engagements to get writers collaborating and connecting with one another. Get it in The NWP Shop: bit.ly/4ehTWjf
Cover of Writer to Writer: 7 Community-Building Workshops for Teaching Language Arts with illustrations of books, open and closed, in light gray background. "shop.nwp.org" in black below the cover with the National Writing Project logo in lower right.
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National Writing Project @writingproject.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
🌎 Happy Earth Day! To celebrate, we invite you to the #WriteWhereWeStand 5-day challenge in the #nwpstudio. Inspired by this year's #writeout theme, it's an opportunity to reflect and connect about place-based writing with other teachers. bit.ly/4tvfIVw
Young people writing in the shade beneath a lush green tree, on green grass, with conoes in the background. The Write Out tree/pencil logo is in the upper left with the the hashtag #WriteWhereWeStand in white text stretched along the bottom.
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National Writing Project @writingproject.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
We're thrilled to have Writing Project teacher-leader Meenoo Rami on #nwpradio to discuss her latest book, A Teacher's Guide to Using AI! bit.ly/41z9g3u
Headshot of Meenoo Rami in upper left above cover of book A Teacher's Guide to Using AI with NWP Radio logo to the left above "with special guest Meenoo Rami" all overlayed on blue background.
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National Writing Project @writingproject.bsky.social · 14/04/2026
Tomorrow: 826 National hosts "Margins to Microphone: Writing as a Path to Education and Emotional Equity," a conversation about writing as a meaningful way to address emotional wellness in youth and improve literacy. 11a PT/2p ET bit.ly/3PV11ft
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Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Margins to Microphone: Writing as a Path to Education and Emotional Equity. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webin...
Join Laura Brief, M.A., Ed.M., CEO of 826 National and Miah Daughtery, Ed.D., teacher, researcher, literacy expert, and truth-teller in conversation. Together, we will talk about writing as a meaningf...
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National Writing Project @writingproject.bsky.social · 10/04/2026
This lesson helps students (8th grade and up) learn about how the removal of Indigenous people from their land and presents an opportunity for young people to explore their own connection to the land through art and poetry. bit.ly/420TdeM
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Oscar Howe: Art, Culture, and Indigenous Connection to the Land – Teach Write Now
“Traditional ecological knowledge is a cumulative body of knowledge and beliefs, handed down through generations by cultural transmission, about the relationship of living beings (including humans) with one another and with their environment….”- Fikret Berkes
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National Writing Project @writingproject.bsky.social · 07/04/2026
Poetry Month and Earth Day are a perfect time to consider how thematic units can create meaningful experiences. In the Write Now Teacher Studio, you’ll see resources and conversations around launching a thematic unit, building student engagement, and designing writing opportunities. bit.ly/4cbWnBd
Young boy squatting on a rock outside with an adult helping him trace a leaf in chalk on the rock. In the lower left corner on a gold background, "April 2026" and "Teaching with Thematic Units" and the "Curiosity Creativity Courage" logo in the upper right.
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National Writing Project @writingproject.bsky.social · 06/04/2026
April 15: Our friends at 826 National host a webinar with Laura Brief and Miah Daughtery to discuss how creativity and self expression through writing can reduce disparities in education. bit.ly/3PV11ft
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Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Margins to Microphone: Writing as a Path to Education and Emotional Equity. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webin...
Join Laura Brief, M.A., Ed.M., CEO of 826 National and Miah Daughtery, Ed.D., teacher, researcher, literacy expert, and truth-teller in conversation. Together, we will talk about writing as a meaningf...
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National Writing Project @writingproject.bsky.social · 06/04/2026
🙌Shout out to all the young writers🙌
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National Writing Project @writingproject.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
Writing Project sites around the US are accepting applications for their summer institutes. Find your local site and get plugged in to the best #PD you'll every have! www.nwp.org/what-we-do/s...
Dark gray and black map of North and South America with gold rings and dots representing locations in the United States. At top "Explore Our Sites" with the National Writing Project logo above a button that says "View Our International Sites."
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National Writing Project @writingproject.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
Our latest episode of #nwpradio features a discussion with @hickstro.bsky.social and @teachkht.bsky.social, authors of Teaching Writing in the Age of AI. They discuss the ethical and practical challenges of using #AI tools in writing instruction and strategies that nurture thinking. bit.ly/487RJCZ
Cover of Teaching Writing in the Age of AI in upper left with headshots of Troy Hicks and Kristen Turner, overlayed on purple background with NWP Radio logo and "with special guests" followed by "Troy Hicks & Kristen Turner."
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National Writing Project @writingproject.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
National Writing Project and Write Out t-shirts, hoodies, tumblers and more are alway available so you can show off your love of writing and the teaching of writing! shop.nwp.org
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National Writing Project @writingproject.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
If you're interested in advocacy, join other teachers in the Write Now Teacher Studio for the Everyday Advocacy Playbook study. First synchronous event is April 8. bit.ly/3Np5hmC
Cover the Everyday Advocacy Playbook cover with Write Now Teacher Studio logo to the right, followed by "presents A Virtual Book Study" on bright pink background.
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National Writing Project @writingproject.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
The April book study in the #nwpstudio will feature the Everyday Advocacy Playbook, "a thorough guide to achieving positive change in local schools and districts across the country, combined with workbook response spaces for readers to think, write, and plan..." Get the book at bit.ly/4lKshJm
Cover of Everyday Advocacy Playbook overlayed on light gray illustrations of books, open and closed, with "shop.nwp.org" below it and the National Writing Project logo in the lower right.
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National Writing Project @writingproject.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
Did you know the Write Now Teacher Studio hosts book studies each month? Today at 4p PT, join any time. #nwpstudio bit.ly/4kVjNi0
Cover of Building Literate Communities In Conversation with Sheridan Blau in upper left corner with Write Now Teacher Studio logo above "A Virtual Book Study."
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National Writing Project @writingproject.bsky.social · 14/03/2026
How do ideals derived from America’s foundational documents inform our sense of civic purpose? A collection of American Creed films on PBS LearningMedia opens a door into the lives of young people across the nation. Explore a flexible curriculum and begin creating your own. March 17 bit.ly/4qBxWTX
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American Creed: Telling Place-based Stories with Photos and Words
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National Writing Project @writingproject.bsky.social · 06/03/2026
Civic Learning Week kicks off on Monday! Discover classroom-ready civics resources to support teaching the America 250 anniversary in our fast-paced virtual resource slam and Q&A. March 11, 7-8p ET bit.ly/4rvKPP9
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America 250: Engaging Students with History, Media & Civic Voice
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National Writing Project @writingproject.bsky.social · 27/02/2026
Join colleagues in the #nwpstudio for the March Book Study of Building Literate Communities: A Conversation with Sheridan Blau. Join today and the first synchronous event is March 10! bit.ly/4kVjNi0 #EduSky
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Building Literate Communities
Participation is free but does not include a copy of the book. Support NWP to offer more opportunities like this book study by using this link to purchase your copy.
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National Writing Project @writingproject.bsky.social · 25/02/2026
Join us online during Civic Learning Week! Discover classroom-ready civics resources to support teaching the America 250 anniversary in a fast-paced virtual resource slam and Q&A. March 11, 7-8p ET bit.ly/4rvKPP9 #EduSky
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America 250: Engaging Students with History, Media & Civic Voice
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National Writing Project @writingproject.bsky.social · 20/02/2026
Join Dr. Paige Whitlock (NoRedInk) and Dr. Tanya Baker (National Writing Project) on March 4 for a panel of teacher-researchers exploring how student voice, choice, and guidance can shape meaningful AI use in writing classrooms. #EduSky #AI bit.ly/4aI8HIO
noredink and National Writing Project logos at the top above "Student Agency in the Age of AI: Implications for Writing Instruction." "March 4, 2026" "10 AM PT / 1 PM ET" and to the right a dotted line with one loop leading up to the tip of a pencil. Below that headshots in circular shapes of Dr. Tanya Baker and Dr. Paige Whitlock.
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National Writing Project @writingproject.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
There's still time to register for this online event! All registrants will have access to recordings. tinyurl.com/BeyondtheAlg...
"Beyond the Algorithm: Empowering Educators and Students to Think Critically in the Digital Era" in pink on white background with "exploding" concentric circles in light gray to the right, and the logos of Boise State University, University of Maryland, News Literacy Project, Narrative 4, and the National Writing Project long the bottom.
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National Writing Project @writingproject.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
This month’s Teacher’s Lounge in the #nwpstudio is all about assignments you love: the ones that spark curiosity, invite student voice, or remind you why you became a teacher in the first place. Join the conversation tomorrow (Thu) at 4p PT/7p ET bit.ly/3Oman36 #EduSky #loveteaching
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