Each summer the SWWP holds a three week summer institue to train new TC's. The institute is supervised by Jennifer Wilson and Lucy Spence of the College of Education at the University of South Carolina. The institute accepts up to 18 teachers who use writing in grades K 12.
These teachers will focus on their own writing and writing instruction by:
- critiquing and improving their own writing
- attending mini courses with professional writers
- reading current literature on writing instruction
- demonstrating and revising teaching practices they have developed
- learning a new model of staff development through reflective practice and teacher research groups
Participation in the three week summer institute includes:
- Full tuition wavers for 18 teachers
- 120 recertification hours for the state of South Carolina
- Daily opportunities to develop as a writer and as a teacher of writing
It is always a great time for learning and growth for all who participate. You will leave at the end of the summer with many, many ideas that can be easily implemented in your classroom in the fall. Also, lifelong friendships can and have been made through this institute. Please come out and join our growing family of educators!
Summer Institute 2008 Dates:
May 1, 2008 - 4:00-7:00 pm. Class will meet for Continuity Day at USC Sumter.
Pre-Institute Saturday, May 17, 9:00-12:00 Held at the Sumter Public Library
Summer Institute June 9-27 Monday-Friday 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM Held at the Sumter Public Library
Post-Institute Continuity Day Saturday, August 7, 9:00-12:00 Held at the Sumter Public Library
