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October 2, 2009
Hilton
Elementary students participate in National Day on
Writing October 20, 200 9
Newly developing technologies expand the possibilities
for composing in multiple media and for speaking to wider
audiences than ever before and at a faster pace th an ever
before in history. To draw attention to the remarkable variety of writing
engaged in and to help make writers from all walks of life
aware of their craft, the National Council of Teachers of
English has established October 20, 2009, as the National
Day on Writing.
NATIONAL DAY ON
WRITING VIDEO
Special guests include Rochester
storytellers and authors Rafe Martin, left; Sonja Livingston;
Katie Paxton-Johnson, right; Kathleen Blasi; and
Leah Ruekberg; children's book publisher Suzanne Meyer,
along with Pat Martin and Mary McAlpin. Northwood Elementary
students published personal writing that will be appearing in a school
wide book.
"Writing is a daily practice for millions of
Americans. But few notice how integral writing has
become to daily life in the 21st century," says the NCTE.
For more:
About the
Initiative along with position statements.
The House of Representatives will be considering a resolution
declaring October 20, 2009, the National Day on Writing. The
goal is to link with others to celebrate composition in all
its forms, we are inviting diverse participants --students,
teachers, parents, grandparents, everyone to submit a piece
of writing to the
National Gallery of Writing.
For further information Director of
Elementary Education and Staff Development
Mark Bower may
be reached at 585-392-1000 ext. 6051.
DIRECTIONS TO HILTON SCHOOLS Hilton District
Communications.
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