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Cultivating Writing Centers in Connecticut Outreach to Secondary Schools

  • College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
  • Storrs
K-12 Education, Student Achievement, and College Access

The Peer Writing Centers Conference and Support Program hosts an annual conference. Secondary schools are interested in starting and sustaining peer writing centers. For over 15 years, this program has provided valuable resources, training, and networking opportunities for educators seeking to foster student-led writing initiatives. In addition to the conference, the program offers year-round support to schools within its network, helping them develop and maintain effective peer writing centers that enhance student writing and communication skills.

Contact: Tom Deans

Email: tom.deans@uconn.edu

Website: https://writingcenter.uconn.edu/high-school-outreach/

Community Partners: UConn Writing Center, Connecticut Writing Project, and dozens of CT middle and high schools (see map at https://writingcenter.uconn.edu/high-school-outreach/)

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