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NCTE is the professional organization for literacy educators spanning preK through college. ncte.org
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In observance of #WomensHistoryMonth, we published this list of NCTE books by women authors that support educators at every level—elementary, middle, high school, and college. ncte.org/blog/2025/03...

As the president reportedly prepares to sign an executive order aimed at further dismantling the US Department of Education, NCTE is once again asking members to share their stories. Please take a moment to tell us how federal actions are affecting you: ncte.us22.list-manage.com/track/click?...

If you met the authors of Joyful Literacies at #NCTE24, you know their new book is a must-read for secondary ELA educators who want students to be thoughtfully engaged while working on topics that interest them. If you didn't, get the backstory from U. of Arkansas: news.uark.edu/articles/769...

NCTE members: How have recent federal actions affected your teaching, your students, or your school? Do you have a student outcomes success story made possible by literacy educators? Please let us know. Your confidential response will help inform our advocacy efforts: my.ncte.org/s/login/?sta...

Elementary teachers and leaders: This #PiDay, commit to strengthening your cross-curricular connections in literacy and math! Educators from across the country will come together to learn and collaborate at NCTE and @nctm.org's annual Joint Conference: www.nctm.org/ncte-nctm2025/

"In the past century of composition studies, only a scant handful of people have sustained new schools of writing instruction. Peter Elbow was one of them." Peter is sorely missed. Former NCTE President Doug Hesse celebrates his legacy in this tribute: ncte.org/blog/2025/03...

Beat tonight's early bird registration deadline to experience the Conference on College Composition & Communication Annual Convention at a discount! 3,000+ #highered pros are expected in Charm City for what promises to be an engaging #4C25: cccc.ncte.org/cccc/conv/re...

NCTE leaders are on Capitol Hill today, talking to Members of Congress about the importance of funding programs that support ELA teachers and literacy education. Pictured: Emily Kirkpatrick, Shelley Rodrigo, @ascenzimoreno.bsky.social, Alfredo Luján, and Charissa Che.

Today in Louisville, Kentucky, NCTE Executive Director Emily Kirkpatrick addressed the Jefferson County Retired Teachers Association. She discussed topics including the need for our Intellectual Freedom Center and new ClassroomCorridors.org resource for elementary teachers.

We launched a new online publication—created by and curated for elementary classroom teachers—to elevate teacher voices and connect our members in ways that support practice. Check it out: classroomcorridors.org

We are urging members of Congress to intervene after important federal teacher prep and development grants were canceled, affecting literacy education in K–12 schools, colleges, and universities across the country: ncte.org/blog/2025/03...

NCTE at #SXSWEDU next week: - Executive Director Emily Kirkpatrick has tips for collaborating to combat book bans & censorship: schedule.sxswedu.com/2025/events/... - President-Elect @anterobot.bsky.social will illuminate connections between data science & ELA: schedule.sxswedu.com/2025/events/...

As the number of contest submissions grows, so does our need for judges! As a token of gratitude, submission reviewers receive 50% off at the NCTE Store and a raffle entry for more prizes. Please consider signing up to recognize and encourage talented young writers: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Applications are now being accepted for our program offering support to early childhood educators of color in preK to fifth-grade classrooms and their teacher educator partners. ncte.org/awards/ncte-...

African American Read-Ins have become a #BlackHistoryMonth tradition nationwide, @npr.org reported this morning. Hear NCTE President Dr. Tonya B. Perry and celebrated author Jacqueline Woodson discuss the significance of #AARI25: www.npr.org/2025/02/20/n...

My 3rd graders are still talking about this weeks NCTE AARI with #CharlesRSmithJr 2025 Excellence in Children's Poetry Award winner Students loved seeing their questions in the chat and hearing them answered on the screen, & loved seeing books we've read in class, read by the author!

There's just under a month left to apply for one of our research grants: ncte.org/research/res... We invite proposals from teachers, teacher researchers and teacher educators who are members of NCTE. Grants will be awarded for periods of up to one year and up to $4,000 over the life of the grant.

The African American Read-In during #BlackHistoryMonth has become a cornerstone of Bells Elementary School’s identity, bridging cultures and generations while inspiring a love for reading and learning. Read our new #AARI25 member blog post to learn from their success: ncte.org/blog/2025/02...

Registration is now open for our 2025 Joint Conference for Elementary Literacy and Mathematics with @nctm.org! Join us June 16-18 in Chicago for the second offering of this exciting opportunity for cross-curricular connections: nctm.org/ncte-nctm2025/

THIS AFTEROON: It's our virtual #AARI25 event! Hear directly from an award-winning children's author, poet, and photographer about his work. Then, follow along as he leads a classroom activity on writing and creativity. All are welcome! Register now for free: lnkd.in/gXG2mfvM

Today NCTE and the @libraryofcongress.bsky.social announced two new instructional tools bringing primary sources to classrooms across the U.S. Read the press release and access the resources: ncte.org/blog/2025/02...

"Authentic student writing and connecting and rewarding student voice, amplifying it, is everything to the educational journey," our executive director says in @pbsnewsclassroom.bsky.social's just-aired dispatch from #NCTE24: www.pbs.org/newshour/cla...

Getting those creative thoughts out for the world to enjoy can set a student's writing success on a fast-rising trajectory. This K-12 Dive article illustrates why NCTE seeks to celebrate young writers who find joy in sharing their work: www.k12dive.com/news/self-pu...

This application period is now open! Up to three $1,200 awards will go to secondary and middle-level English/ELA departments to incorporate the @nehgov.bsky.social Jefferson Lecture into instruction. Apply by March 2. ncte.org/mini-grants-...

The 2025 African American Read-In is officially underway! See our #AARI25 booklist for inspiration: ncte.org/blog/2025/02...

ELA teachers: Don't miss this opportunity! Applying takes less than 10 minutes, and you could receive $1,200 toward postgraduate training. ncte.org/awards/edwyn...

The 2025 African American Read-In begins in two days! Celebrate #BlackHistoryMonth by reading together. Find an #AARI25 event to attend in our calendar — or add your own! ncte.org/calendar/cat...

Anyone can report incidents of censorship in school libraries and classrooms to us, and NCTE members have access to additional supports. Fill out the form here: ncte.org/report-censo...

Applications are due March 15 for this NCTE award supporting early career teachers of color as they build accomplished careers in literacy education. Learn more and apply: ncte.org/awards/ncte-...

If you missed our fascinating #NCTE24 talk about the Library of Congress's primary sources related to associations, you're in luck: There's now a recap online! See the incredible digital scans, including the 1920 NAACP membership card of teacher Mary Church Terrell: blogs.loc.gov/teachers/202...

The NCTE Research Foundation supports projects related to the teaching and learning of language, literacy, and culture with up to $4,000 in grant funding. Proposals are invited from teachers, teacher researchers, and teacher educators: ncte.org/research/res...

My most recent piece for @ncte.org is open access right now, and talks about student writing contests and opportunities! #edusky publicationsncte.org/content/jour...

The deadline for these annual Student Writing Awards is less than a month away! Learn more and apply here: ncte.org/awards/student-writin... California teachers: Please know that students affected by the Los Angeles fires can receive a deadline extension.

Friday is the deadline to apply for the #NCTE25 proposal reviewer and coach team: ncte.org/events/2025-...

Only three weeks left to submit a proposal for #NCTE25! The success of our marquee event relies on attendees’ incredible range of talents and subject matter expertise. Your practical knowledge could inform and inspire thousands of English language arts educators! convention.ncte.org/cfp-instruct...