Missouri Writing Project

Looking for a summer experience that combines creativity, confidence, and fun?

The MWP Summer Writing Camp invites students entering 2nd–12th grade to spend a week exploring the power of writing through stories, poetry, games, music, art, and collaboration.

Campers will:
• Participate in daily writing workshops
• Read and respond to engaging literature
• Write in multiple genres
• Explore the University of Missouri campus
• Enjoy music, games, snacks, and creative activities
• Connect with fellow young writers
• Celebrate their writing on the final day

Whether your child already loves writing or is just beginning to discover their voice, this camp provides an encouraging environment where creativity and confidence can grow.

📚 For students entering grades 2–12
💲 $200 per writer
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 50% sibling discount available

Give your child the opportunity to create, imagine, and write their future this summer.

✍️ Calling All Young Writers! ✍️

This summer, give your child the chance to explore creativity, storytelling, and self-expression at the MWP Summer Writing Camp! 🌟

📚 Writers entering grades 2–12 will enjoy:
🎵 Music & games
🎨 Arts & creativity
🍎 Snacks & community
📝 Daily writing workshops
🎓 Exploring how writing connects to careers & content areas

Campers will work with other writers their age, discover new genres, and explore the MU campus while building confidence in their writing skills.

📅 July 20–24
⏰ 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
💲 $200 per writer
👨‍👩‍👧 50% sibling discount available

Families are invited to join us on the final day for lunch and a celebration of student writing! 🎉

🔗 Register today: https://pears.io/events/mu/6792/

It's not too late! Sign up today!

📚 What You Won’t Get
❌ Scripted lessons
❌ One-size-fits-all programs

✅ What You Will Get
✔ Time to think deeply
✔ Space to write and reflect
✔ Practical ideas rooted in research
✔ Colleagues who value your expertise

📝 Apply here: https://pears.io/events/mu/1972/

Writing Is for Every Classroom

Writing doesn’t belong to one subject.
🧪 Science explanations
📐 Math reasoning
📜 Historical arguments
🎨 Artist statements
🛠️ CTE reflections

The Missouri Writing Project Summer Institute supports educators who use writing as a tool for thinking and learning—no matter what they teach.

Register here: https://pears.io/events/mu/1972/

📚 Learning is stronger when it’s shared.
The Here & Now! Place-based Workshop at the Walt Disney Hometown Museum highlights how place-based learning:
✔️ Connects content areas
✔️ Strengthens disciplinary literacy
✔️ Supports school-wide collaboration
✔️ Aligns with Missouri Learning Standards & MAP
Bring a team—or come ready to build one.

Join us in Marceline, MO on June 8-9.

Register Here: https://forms.gle/mBPAP8MTBjd4RvWu8

Writing doesn’t belong to one subject.
🧪 Science explanations
📐 Math reasoning
📜 Historical arguments
🎨 Artist statements
🛠️ CTE reflections

The Missouri Writing Project Summer Institute supports educators who use writing as a tool for thinking and learning—no matter what they teach.

Apply here: https://pears.io/events/mu/1972/

The Walt Disney Hometown Museum and the Missouri Writing Project invite K–12 educators from all grade levels and content areas to apply for the 2026 Here & Now! Place-Based Summer Workshop. This immersive experience explores how place-based learning strengthens disciplinary literacy, builds community and collaboration, and engages students through authentic, local experiences. Designed especially for school teams (2–4 teachers), but individual educators are welcome.

Registration and more information: https://forms.gle/vMSBUAFPyq6pk8SN8

The Missouri Writing Project invites K–12 educators from all grade levels and content areas to spend the summer learning, writing, and growing together as participants in the summer institute. This is not just for English teachers.

If students in your classroom:
Write to explain, argue, reflect, analyze, or create
Use writing to show what they know
Struggle to put ideas into words

Then this experience is for you!

https://app.smore.com/n/864m2