A Flowing River

San Antonio Writing Project in SAISD

At the tail end of February, I had a chance to chat with the Dr. Roxanne Henkin. One of the exciting aspects is that SAISD teachers can participate in the San Antonio Writing Project; cost is only $25 to apply for graduate school. Note that the deadline for application has been extended until April 1, 2007. More details are shared below.

A brief overview of the program:

The San Antonio Writing Project is part of the National Writing Project (NWP), the premier federally funded effort to improve student performance in writing, and has also been recognized for its excellent professional development model for teachers. Each of the over 185 writing project sites conducts an annual invitational summer institute for the most recognized and experienced teachers in local areas.

It is the goal of the San Antonio Writing Project, as well as the National Writing Project to inspire and motivate teachers to become highly skilled teachers of writing for all of their current and future students, especially English language learners. Leading the San Antonio Writing Project is Dr. Roxanne Henkin, associate professor of Literacy Education at The University of Texas at San Antonio.

Listen to my conversation with Dr. Roxanne Henkin as we explore the San Antonio Writing Project, as well as the use of technology to enhance it.

Related Links:

• San Antonio Writing Project
• Apply to Participate by April 1
• Find out more about the SAISD Instructional Technology Services' SCRIBE Initiative

Note: This podcast--made on a Windows computer--was created using free tools (e.g. Audacity) and royalty-free music available to all K-12 educators. Interested in learning more? Contact the Office of Instructional Technology Services at 527-1400 or via email at "mguhlin@saisd.net"