National Writing Project

2010 NWP Spring Meeting

March 25–26, 2010

Teachers from across the nation will meet in Washington, DC to tell their legislators about the important work they do.

UPDATE: More than 350 dedicated educators gathered in Washington, DC for two days of meetings, roundtable discussions, and other opportunities to share writing project information and accomplishments. View photo highlights. For an overview of the meeting, see below.

Join Your Colleagues at the 2010 Spring Meeting

Always an exciting time, the Spring Meeting gives writing project teachers and leaders an opportunity to share their classroom successes with members of Congress and each other. In 2009, more than 400 attendees—a record number for NWP—gathered in Washington, DC for this important event.

Schedule

  • Wednesday, March 24—If you are arriving on Wednesday, please join us for an interactive planning session with other Spring Meeting participants from your state at the Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill. Pick up materials, get oriented, and mingle with colleagues. More ›
  • Thursday, March 25—After a rousing morning kickoff, make your way to Capitol Hill and visit congressional offices to talk about the work of the writing project and the impact it has on teachers and students. The evening concludes with a convivial reception. More ›
  • Friday, March 26—Gather for a keynote speech and roundtable discussions on the latest issues that writing project teachers face. More ›

Registration

Registration for the 2010 NWP Spring Meeting is now closed.

Book Your Lodging

Lodging is available at the Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill , 400 New Jersey Avenue, NW. Reservations can be made by calling 800-233-1234. The deadline for the special NWP rate has passed. More ›

Paying for Your Visit

Please note: Your site may use federal funds to pay for expenses for Friday's Spring Meeting events but must use nonfederal funds to pay for expenses for Thursday's events.

Last Year's Highlights

Get a taste of the Spring Meeting by viewing speeches and photos from the 2009 meeting. See the highlights ›

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