Learn more about the work of the Kentucky Writing Project and the seven National Writing Project sites located in the Commonwealth by reading the 2010 Kentucky Writing Project Research Brief
Entry into the BFA program is competitive and the standards for admission are high. Students must successfully complete ENG 100 Writing I and ENG 293 Introduction to Creative Writing. Additionally, an application, a 3-5 page introductory essay and a 10-page portfolio are required. Students who have completed extensive creative writing study through a high school creative writing program, a Governor’s School or Governor’s Scholars program may be accepted without the course prerequisites on a case-by-case basis.
All of us want the BFA Program to thrive, and your help in recruiting excellent candidates is much appreciated.
Direct students to Chris Holbrook, BFA Coordinator, should they have further questions.
Friday, March 26, 2010 (registration deadline March 19, 2010)
Sponsored by Collaborative Center for Literacy Development, Kentucky Reading Project, Kentucky Reading Association, and Kentucky Writing Project
Calling all teachers! The application deadline for the Morehead Writing Project Summer Institute has been extended until Jan. 29.
What is the Summer Institute?
The Summer Institute is a four-week writing and learning retreat open to teachers of all disciplines and grade levels. Its goal is to produce better teachers of writing by producing better writers among teachers. Participants are introduced to new and inventive teaching strategies, gain confidence and validation for their current best practices, and are treated to a collegial environment for fellowship, shared brainstorming and troubleshooting.This year’s Summer Institute will take place June 7-July 2, 2010, daily 9 AM to 4 PM.
Who should apply?
We seek P-16 administrators and teachers from all content areas who are looking for new ideas to help their students become more effective writers and who are willing to work on their own writing. We want teachers who are open to examining their teaching practices and who are interested in learning how to incorporate writing into any subject area. To be considered for an interview, please submit the application (see link below) and confidential principal recommendation by Jan. 29.
Why should you apply?
If you are interested in being part of a professional support network and participating in a transformative learning experience, apply now!
What others say about the experience:
“Best PD I ever took”
“I gained invaluable insight”
“Fantastic experience”
“Real lessons I can use in my classroom”
“The most important thing I gained from the summer institute is confidence in myself as a writer. All the demonstrations that other participants shared were invaluable. I’m leaving here with 18-plus writing activities. Wonderful! No other PD has given me things I can take back to the classroom and use.”
“I have gained readily available resources/strategies that I can easily take back to my classroom.”
Not sure if the Summer Institute is for you? Contact mwp@moreheadstate.edu and we will answer your questions.
Download the application here
The Morehead Writing Project is now accepting applications for the 2010 Summer Institute so make sure to tell those teachers you know would benefit from the experience.
The Summer Institute is a four-week writing and learning retreat open to teachers of all disciplines and grade levels. Its goal is to produce better teachers of writing by producing better writers among teachers. Participants are introduced to new and inventive teaching strategies, gain confidence and validation for their current best practices, and are treated to a collegial environment for fellowship, shared brainstorming and troubleshooting.
Learn more and download the application here: http://moreheadwritingproject.org/Summer_Institute.html
Please share our flyer: http://moreheadwritingproject.org/summerinstitute.pdf
Applications should be received ASAP! Direct questions (or alert us an application is coming) to mwp@moreheadstate.edu
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The 2009 Morehead Writing Project Summer Institute Fellows gathered Saturday, Dec. 12, at Morehead State University.
The event, which focused on “Stocking Up On Good Writing Skills”, was organized by Kathy Compton of Charles Straub Elementary in Mason County; Jenna Smoot of Nicholas Elementary; and Samantha Jo Reams of Lewis County Middle. Summer Institute Co-director Austen Reilley of McBrayer Elementary in Rowan County and Summer Institute Coordinator Kathy Heaberlin of Russell Primary in Russell Independent as well as Site Director Deanna Mascle of Morehead State University also took part in the event.
Teachers participating in the professional development activity included Jodi BlackBurn and Brandi Roby, both of Botts Elementary in Menifee County; Sandy Wilson of Menifee Middle; Angela Halsey of Campton Elementary in Wolfe County; Sarah Collins and April Sammons, both of Fallsburg Elementary in Lawrence County; Jonda Bonzo of Greysbranch Elementary in Greenup County; Carla Thompson of McBrayer Elementary in Rowan County; Samantha Thompson and Peggy Young, both of Upper Tygart Elementary in Carter County; and Lydia Adams-Padula of Clearfield Elementary in Rowan County; and Debbie McKinley.
The Morehead Writing Project (MWP) has worked to improve student writing achievement by improving the teaching of writing in Eastern Kentucky schools for more than two decades. MWP is a federally- and state-funded professional development program whose mission is to help Eastern Kentucky public school teachers become better writers and writing teachers. MWP is affiliated with the National Writing Project, the Kentucky Writing Project, the Kentucky Department of Education, and Morehead State University.
At the core of the MWP is an invitational four-week Summer Institute, open to a select group of Eastern Kentucky’s best public school teachers. All teaching methods are interactive and interdisciplinary. Additionally, the MWP provides year-round contracted and grant-funded outreach programs and teacher training to Eastern Kentucky schools in Morehead State University’s 22-county service region. All MWP programs align with Kentucky Core Content and Program of Studies curricula and the Kentucky Professional Development Standards. As a National Writing Project affiliate, MWP qualifies as an exemplary professional development provider by No Child Left Behind regulations.
Learn more about the Morehead Writing Project by visiting our website at http://moreheadwritingproject.org .
Dec. 7, 2009
Any Morehead Writing Project teacher-consultant interested in conducting an inquiry project into literacy and technology should contact mwp@moreheadstate.edu to learn more about the Kentucky Writing Project Network’s Literacy and Technology Initiative.
Don’t forget to visit our Ning to learn about more opportunities for leadership and community!
The Morehead Writing Project Leadership Team met Saturday, Dec. 5 in Russell to work on its Continued Funding Application for the National Writing Project and to plan for a smooth leadership transition in 2010.
Leadership Team members participating included Kathy Heaberlin of Russell Primary in Russell; Susan Williams of Russell-McDowell Intermediate in Russell; Brandie Trent of Fleming County High School; Stephanie Williams and Liz Mandrell, both of Montgomery County High School; Rebecca King of Pikeville High School; Austen Reilley of McBrayer Elementary in Rowan County; and Deanna Mascle of Morehead State University.
The Morehead Writing Project (MWP) has worked to improve student writing achievement by improving the teaching of writing in Eastern Kentucky schools for more than two decades. MWP is a federally- and state-funded professional development program whose mission is to help Eastern Kentucky public school teachers become better writers and writing teachers. MWP is affiliated with the National Writing Project, the Kentucky Writing Project, the Kentucky Department of Education, and Morehead State University.
At the core of the MWP is an invitational four-week Summer Institute, open to a select group of Eastern Kentucky’s best public school teachers. All teaching methods are interactive and interdisciplinary. Additionally, the MWP provides year-round contracted and grant-funded outreach programs and teacher training to Eastern Kentucky schools in Morehead State University’s 22-county service region. All MWP programs align with Kentucky Core Content and Program of Studies curricula and the Kentucky Professional Development Standards. As a National Writing Project affiliate, MWP qualifies as an exemplary professional development provider by No Child Left Behind regulations.
Learn more about the Morehead Writing Project by visiting our website at http://moreheadwritingproject.org .
What is the Summer Institute?
The Summer Insitute is a four-week writing and learning retreat open to teachers of all disciplines and grade levels. Its goal is to produce better teachers of writing by producing better writers among teachers. Participants are introduced to new and inventive teaching strategies, gain confidence and validation for their current best practices, and are treated to a collegial environment for fellowship, shared brainstorming and troubleshooting.This year’s Summer Institute will take place June 7-July 2, 2010, daily 9 AM to 4 PM.
Who should apply?
We seek P-16 administrators and teachers from all content areas who are looking for new ideas to help their students become more effective writers and who are willing to work on their own writing. We want teachers who are open to examining their teaching practices and who are interested in learning how to incorporate writing into any subject area. To be considered for an interview, please submit the application (see link below) and confidential principal recommendation by Dec. 15, 2009.
Why should you apply?
If you are interested in being part of a professional support network and participating in a transformative learning experience, apply now!
What others say about the experience:
“Best PD I ever took”
“I gained invaluable insight”
“Fantastic experience”
“Real lessons I can use in my classroom”
“The most important thing I gained from the summer institute is confidence in myself as a writer. All the demonstrations that other participants shared were invaluable. I’m leaving here with 18-plus writing activities. Wonderful! No other PD has given me things I can take back to the classroom and use.”
“I have gained readily available resources/strategies that I can easily take back to my classroom.”
Not sure if the Summer Institute is for you? Contact mwp@moreheadstate.edu and we will answer your questions.
Download the application here
Any Morehead Writing Project teacher-consultant interested in conducting an inquiry project into literacy and technology should contact mwp@moreheadstate.edu to learn more about the Kentucky Writing Project Network’s Literacy and Technology Initiative.
The focus of the inquiry is enhancing literacy instruction through technology in any content area.
If funds allow and participation requirements are met, each participant will receive either a web cam, flip camera, and iPod to explore and then take back to the classroom to use during the project (when the inquiry is completed it becomes the property of Morehead Writing Project). Teacher participants are expected to complete all activities of a 2-day workshop, including providing a detailed plan for implementation. They will also be invited to post comments and questions on the KWP discussion board, attend a trouble-shooting session at the KWP statewide conference in September, and perhaps share their work in the Summer 2011 academies.
Applicants should have strong teaching qualifications (P-12, any content) and strong leadership abilities, as they will form the leadership team for the Summer 2010 KWP Technology Academies. MWP will provide mileage reimbursement for up to three planning sessions (most likely held in Frankfort on April 17, May 15, and June 5) for these Academies (June 15-17).
Selected TCs will receive a stipend of up to $1000 for completing the inquiry, planning, and leadership components of the Literacy and Technology Initiative.
Contact MWP before Dec. 10 if you are interested in learning more about this initiative.