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In mid-November, the leadership team traveled to Chicago for NWP's Annual Meeting. The constant theme of the one-day meeting was about how writing projects sites can sustain themselves in these tough times. We are open to new ideas from all TCs on how to continue to keep our site thriving! Start a conversation today!

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On November 5, 2011, teachers from all around Las Vegas gathered for the a one-day Fall Conference. SNWP teacher consultants presented ideas on writing and teacher to over 100 participants.

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SNWP's Co-Director Ruth Devlin has recently been appointed to the National Writing Project's Board of Directors. Congratulations, Ruth!

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On August 27, 2011, Writing Project TCs gathered at the Bennett Building on the campus of UNLV to launch SNWP's 27th year. To learn more, visit the 2011 Working Retreat Page.

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Friends of former TC, Carole Slotemaker Ryland, have established a scholarship in her memory. Visit the Public Education Foundation for information on how to contribute to the scholarship fund.

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Long time SNWP TC Dennis Goode celebrates the release of his new book Time Squares.

Read how SNWP helped him as a writer.

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The National Writing Project website has opportunities for donors to give to either the national site or local sites, such as our own SNWP. Visit the NWP site for ways you can support the writing project.