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University Writing Program
University of California, Riverside
Riverside, California 92521

(951) 827-3666
(951) 827-6330 Fax

sharen.topham@ucr.edu

Professional Development Programs

The Inland Area Writing Project's professional development programs are designed to suit the needs and interests of individual schools and districts. The IAWP can provide hands-on, interactive workshops during or after the school day, on-site coaching, and assistance with curriculum and planning. Fees for in-services are based on the number of teachers attending and the length of the programs scheduled. Contact Sharen Topham, Assistant/University Writing Program Liaison (951) 827-3666, for more information on current offerings or to design a specialized program tailored for individual situation and needs.

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• SMP Philosophy
• Using On-Demand Exams as Teaching Tools*
• Norming and Scoring Sessions*
• It’s Not Too Early: Effective Writing Strategies*
  
• Professional Development Institute*
• Six Characteristics of Writing*
• Using Rubrics to Improve Student Writing*

Grant Opportunities

Ezra Jack Keats Foundation: Mini-grants

The Ezra Jack Keats Foundation offers mini-grants to school and public libraries for programs that encourage literacy and creativity in children. Programs relating to the work of Ezra Jack Keats are welcome, but not required. Maximum award: $500. Eligibility: public schools and libraries located anywhere in the United States, including Puerto Rico and Guam. Deadline: September 15, 2009.

National Association of Elementary School Principals (NAESP)

The National Association of Elementary School Principals (NAESP) and the MetLife Foundation are providing grants to help support elementary and middle-level principals in their work to foster and encourage strong school-community relationships. The goal is to support principals to develop programs committed to heightening community leadership, communication, ownership and involvement in the school with the goal of improving achievement for all students.

NEA: Learning & Leadership Grants

NEA Foundation Learning & Leadership Grants are given to public school teachers, public education support professionals, and/or faculty and staff in public institutions of higher education for one of two purposes: Grants to individuals fund participation in high-quality professional development experiences, such as summer institutes or action research; Grants to groups fund collegial study, including study groups, action research, lesson study, or mentoring experiences for faculty or staff new to an assignment. Maximum award: $5,000 for groups, $2,000 for individuals. Eligibility: public school teachers grades K–12; public school education support professionals; or faculty and staff at public higher education institutions. Deadline: October 15, 2009.