We invite you to relax and reconnect with other NeWPers--past, current, or future--through a series of fun events that range from wine tastings to coffee shop hangouts across the state. Feel free to bring a friend, and attend any three events to earn NeWP swag! Continue reading…
Warrior Writers, a program that connects vets and their families with NeWP teachers for writing workshops, was recently featured on Channel 3 News. The program is going strong in both Lincoln and Omaha, and we just announced this year's presenters! Do you know a vet who might want to participate? Continue reading…
We are proud to announce that "Write the River: Creative Writing Float and Art Experience" has won the 2022 National Park Service Regional Education in Excellence award! Continue reading…
This summer, Robert Brooke retired from the Nebraska Writing Project after decades of leadership, handing NeWP coordination to Rachael Shah. As part of his legacy, Robert launched a fund to support NeWP, and he invites the NeWP community--past and present--to participate. Link available here! Continue reading…
A new set of teachers joins the NeWP network after completing the Summer Institute, earning 6 graduate credits and investing in their own writing, developing workshops on topics that ranged from AI to board games in the classroom, engaging in inquiry groups, and more. Welcome to our newest NeWPers! Continue reading…
The Advanced Institute this summer, taught by Jennifer Long and Shari Stenberg, focused on teacher morale, burnout, and mindfulness. Continue reading…
Come say hello, pick up NeWP swag, and learn about relevant events and opportunities at our booths at both the Durham Teachers' Night in Omaha (Friday, Oct 6th) and the Plum Creek Literacy Festival in Seward (Saturday, Oct 7). Continue reading…
More details at: https://durhammuseum.org/teachers-week/This upcoming spring semester, UNL has several graduate courses that may a great fit for NeWP teachers. Continue reading…
The NeWP Blog has plenty of articles with tips and activities for writers. In this issue, we'll highlight tech tools for assisting with research. Continue reading…
More details at: https://www.nebraskawritingproject.org/teacher-practices/3-tech-tools-for-hacking-the-research-paper/