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National Council of Teachers of English: improving literacy teaching and learning preK-16+. RTs/follows do not imply agreement.

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Having a hard time choosing between the 1,000+ sessions and events on offer at the NCTE Annual Convention in Philadelphia this month? @PublishersWkly has you covered with their #NCTE26 Program Picks: publishersweekly.com/pw/by-t…
NCTE 2026: Program Picks and Ticketed Events

NCTE 2026: Program Picks and Ticketed Events

With more than 1,000 educational sessions on the schedule, attendees can find classroom strategies and deeper exploration of such topics as AI, censorship, and reading and writing instruction. All...

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Bestselling and award-winning author and illustrator Grace Lin has a message for teachers: What you do is important and greatly appreciated. bit.ly/4sJD5er Hear more from Grace at the #NCTE26 Children's Literature Assembly Breakfast, where she'll speak and sign books!
The Ripple Effect: PW Talks with Grace Lin

The Ripple Effect: PW Talks with Grace Lin

We spoke with the Newbery Honoree ahead of her appearance at the NCTE Children’s Literature Assembly Breakfast on November 22.

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#NCTE26 kicks off in just two weeks! Register now: bit.ly/4bilTUK
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Read Dr. Jill Biden's message to teachers in the @PublishersWkly #NCTE26 Preview Issue: bit.ly/48A6Fto
Staying the Course: PW Talks with Jill Biden

Staying the Course: PW Talks with Jill Biden

The former First Lady and Second Lady is a longtime educator and the author of two memoirs as well as several picture books. PW caught up with her in advance of her address at NCTE on November 19.

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Many voices converge to make our Annual Convention such an engaging learning space for ELA teachers and researchers. Publishers Weekly's #NCTE26 Preview covers the opportunities and the many authors, donors, and literacy educators who make it all possible: bit.ly/3UqzS6N
NCTE 2026 Preview

NCTE 2026 Preview

The annual National Council of Teachers of English convention in Philadelphia, November 19–22, will unite literacy professionals from across the country for a weekend of education, encouragement, and...

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The authors of When Stars Are Scattered, Victoria Jamieson and Omar Mohamed, will be the featured speakers at the Middle Level Meet-Up at #NCTE26! A book signing will follow. There is no charge for this event but space is limited; register for #NCTE26 now! bit.ly/4bilTUK
The image is a promotional banner for the "Middle Level Meet-Up" event. It includes headshots of two smiling individuals identified as Victoria Jamieson and Omar Mohamed. The event details are Thursday, November 19, from 5:30 to 7:00 P.M. ET. A colorful logo and text announce the "2026 NCTE Annual Convention" in Philadelphia from November 19-22, with the theme "imagine. innovate. inspire."

ALT The image is a promotional banner for the "Middle Level Meet-Up" event. It includes headshots of two smiling individuals identified as Victoria Jamieson and Omar Mohamed. The event details are Thursday, November 19, from 5:30 to 7:00 P.M. ET. A colorful logo and text announce the "2026 NCTE Annual Convention" in Philadelphia from November 19-22, with the theme "imagine. innovate. inspire."

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Explore the educational possibilities of gaming—and try new games—with Ready Player One author Ernest Cline! He and literacy educators will explore how games can bring dynamic, inclusive, and transformative opportunities for learning. Register for #NCTE26: bit.ly/4bilTUK
Poster for the 2026 NCTE Annual Convention in Philadelphia, featuring Ernest Cline as a special guest. The poster includes colorful splashes in the background and highlights a session titled "Innovating Through the Limitless Possibilities of Gaming" on Saturday, November 21, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. The event's theme is "imagine. innovate. inspire."

ALT Poster for the 2026 NCTE Annual Convention in Philadelphia, featuring Ernest Cline as a special guest. The poster includes colorful splashes in the background and highlights a session titled "Innovating Through the Limitless Possibilities of Gaming" on Saturday, November 21, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. The event's theme is "imagine. innovate. inspire."

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Meet the new editorial team for Language Arts, Volumes 104–108! NCTE's Language Arts journal provides a forum for discussions on all aspects of language arts learning and teaching, primarily in preK through eighth grade. Read it here: bit.ly/4e83Fb7
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Vanessa Heller@Hell2TeachOct 29
Join me as the REALM Committee presents "From Process to Publication" at #NCTE26 on Fr. 11/20/26 at 9:30 a.m. We hope to see you at the @ncte conference in Philly, PA!! #RecognizingExcellenceInArtAndLiteraryMagazines #NationalCouncilOfTeachersOfEnglish convention.ncte.org/?_gl=1%2….
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ELATE@ncte_elateOct 22
Help shape the future of ELA teacher education while attending the 2026 @ncte Annual Convention, #NCTE26! All are welcome at the ELATE Strand of events, including gatherings with the ELATE Graduate Strand, ELATE Commissions, and more. Plan to join us: bit.ly/4dWwyqC
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NCTE is now accepting nominations for 2027 elected leadership! Nominate yourself or a colleague for one of the open positions across many areas and levels of responsibility. Help shape the future of the discipline and increase impact across our community. bit.ly/4eVP6aJ
Purple graphic with bold white text reading "2027 Elections Call for Nominations." It mentions positions in NCTE, NCTE Sections, ELATE, LLA, and TYCA. Submission deadline is November 16, 2026. NCTE logo is in the bottom right corner.

ALT Purple graphic with bold white text reading "2027 Elections Call for Nominations." It mentions positions in NCTE, NCTE Sections, ELATE, LLA, and TYCA. Submission deadline is November 16, 2026. NCTE logo is in the bottom right corner.

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“NCTE really values the teaching of whole novels and whole texts in general, but also values teaching of text as broadly defined as possible,” President Antero Garcia tells @sljournal in coverage of members navigating the 'excerpts vs. full texts' debate: bit.ly/3WNP7at
A Curricular Conversation: Excerpts vs. Full Texts

A Curricular Conversation: Excerpts vs. Full Texts

The ELA debate continues without clear consensus on where teaching is trending and how school librarians factor into the equation.

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U.S. #MediaLiteracyWeek begins tomorrow! The annual celebration focuses each day on a different component of media literacy's definition. Learn more about this theme and find ways to participate from the National Association for Media Literacy Education: mlw.namle.org/

U.S. Media Literacy Week

The mission of U.S. Media Literacy Week is to highlight the power of media literacy education and its essential role in education all across the country.

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What are you waiting for? Register for #NCTE26 today! bit.ly/4bilTUK
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Help young writers find their voices with Classroom Corridors! The new issue offers practical insights on developmental spelling, building inclusive writing communities, and more. Content is open-access this month for the #NationalDayOnWriting/#WhyIWrite: bit.ly/4Bl1zOM
The image is a logo for "Classroom Corridors" with a stylized sun above an open book design. Below, it reads, "Expertise and Inspiration from Elementary Teachers." At the bottom, it states, "Issue 20: Writing."

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BethpageUFSD@BethpageUFSDOct 23
On Oct. 20, CCS celebrated National Day on Writing, encouraging students to think about the many reasons we put pen to paper. From telling stories and sharing ideas to expressing emotions and connecting with others, writing is so much more than a classroom skill!
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Sibert Honor-winning writer and book editor Traci N. Todd and Caldecott Medalist and illustrator Vashti Harrison will speak at the Elementary Section Get-Together at #NCTE26. Plus, hear from Outstanding Educator Tracey T. Flores. Register today! bit.ly/4bilTUK
The image is a colorful advertisement for an "Elementary Section Get-Together" event scheduled for Thursday, November 19 at 5:30 PM ET. It features photos of three individuals: Traci N. Todd, Vashti Harrison, and Tracey T. Flores. The backdrop is a vibrant, multicolored swirl. The event is part of the 2026 NCTE Annual Convention in Philadelphia, with the theme "Imagine. Innovate. Inspire."

ALT The image is a colorful advertisement for an "Elementary Section Get-Together" event scheduled for Thursday, November 19 at 5:30 PM ET. It features photos of three individuals: Traci N. Todd, Vashti Harrison, and Tracey T. Flores. The backdrop is a vibrant, multicolored swirl. The event is part of the 2026 NCTE Annual Convention in Philadelphia, with the theme "Imagine. Innovate. Inspire."

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GCU News@GCUNews49Oct 22
"In an age of artificial intelligence and rapid change, we must preserve writing as a uniquely human expression of our thoughts, emotions and dreams." Read more about how students celebrated National Day on Writing: news.gcu.edu/gcu-news/nation…
National Day on Writing makes room for every kind of writer, even dogs - GCU News

National Day on Writing makes room for every kind of writer, even dogs - GCU News

Six-word autobiographies and chalk prompts shared space with letters written in shelter dogs’ voices at GCU’s National Day on Writing. The dog-writing activity inspired by […]

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Meet award-winning author and illustrator Grace Lin at the 2026 Children's Literature Assembly Breakfast! Add this event to your #NCTE26 registration to enjoy a meal and book signing with fellow children’s literature enthusiasts and a bestselling author: bit.ly/4bilTUK
Event advertisement for the Children's Literature Assembly Breakfast featuring Grace Lin. The event is on Sunday, November 22, from 7:00 to 8:45 A.M. ET. The background has a colorful paint splash design with a light bulb graphic. It also mentions NCTE's annual convention in Philadelphia from November 19-22, 2026, with the slogan "imagine. innovate. inspire."

ALT Event advertisement for the Children's Literature Assembly Breakfast featuring Grace Lin. The event is on Sunday, November 22, from 7:00 to 8:45 A.M. ET. The background has a colorful paint splash design with a light bulb graphic. It also mentions NCTE's annual convention in Philadelphia from November 19-22, 2026, with the slogan "imagine. innovate. inspire."

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Debbie Allen Middle School@DebbieAllenMSOct 20
From the page to the stage. ✍🏽🎭 #WhyIWrite For National Day on Writing, we’re looking back at last year’s Black History Month presentation, written by our principal, Mr. Hawkins, alongside DAMS students. Writing is part of our students’ lives in the classroom and onstage.
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