Writing is more than a means of communication—it’s a powerful tool for thinking, learning, and deepening understanding. In this full-day session, participants will explore how writing cements and transfers learning across content areas. Because reading and writing are interwoven, strengthening one supports the other, making quality writing instruction a cornerstone of effective teaching.
This session will introduce the KSDE Writing Tenets, designed to guide educators in delivering purposeful, high-quality writing instruction that meets the needs of all Kansas learners. Discover how these tenets can help students write with clarity, intention, and audience awareness. You’ll leave with evidence-based strategies and practical tools you can use immediately in your classroom.
Audience: ELA Teachers, grades 3-12
- This workshop is free!
- College credit is provided at no cost to participants!
- Lunch is provided
Please join our presenters, Mary Lonker, KSDE, and Dr. Lydia Gerzel-Short, Assistant Director Smoky Hill, for an engaging and informative day of professional development!
Credit: Hours (6), PD Points (6), College Credit (0.5)