2015 is the Summer of Writing.

... well, the summer of writing workshops geared for teaching writing. 

This blog is designed to document my journey through the Pearl of the Concho Writing Project for 2015, as we explore digital writing in the classroom.

I teach creative writing, so the intense focus and rigorous study have been great. Welcomed and appreciated. I'm particularly excited about Pearl of the Concho writing project for two reasons, 1) I've heard nothing but amazing things (hands on, practical, engaging), and 2) I'm looking forward to the team building with SAISD teachers (and Glenn staff, in particular) that will carry this training, this mentality and these skills where they do the most good-- into the classroom next year. 

Combining this week's training with the ABYDOS writing project training from June should give me and my students a solid foundation to experiment with. (I'm all about experimenting in writing.) As both put a heavy emphasis on publishing, to make it meaningful for students by providing a purpose and audience for their communication, this particular focus on digital writing intrigues me. The options for self-publication are amazing with different apps and individual (and free!!) blogs, and while not as vetted or 'professional' as print publication, gives students a real audience. 

I'm on board to see where this particular ship sails, what oceans will be charted, and what discoveries will be made and shared over the next year. 

So, here's to writing!