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Banner text:  Write on! Inspiring young writers

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The Young Authors Conference (YAC) promotes student enthusiasm and competence in written communication. It focuses on the concept that students must be encouraged early in their academic lives if they are to become effective communicators.

Through interaction with established authors, poets, playwrights, storytellers, illustrators, journalists and teachers of writing, over 4,700 students who attend Young Authors Conference each year, discover and explore their writing talents and potential.

If you have any questions, please contact Nancy Busse, YAC Support at 612/638-1500, or nancy.busse@metroecsu.org.

Young Authors Conference Intent Letter
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Students in grades 4 through 8 will have the opportunity to attend the Young Authors Conference on Jan 29 or May 26, 27, 28, or 29, 2009 on the Bethel University campus in Arden Hills, Minnesota.

Support materials provided to teachers serve to strengthen the focus of the conference as well as enhance outcomes for learners.

Fee:
$64/student; $34/ student Metro ECSU member; $44/ student from non-public school.

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A Book Fair which is open to students each day of the Young Authors Conference allows them to browse and purchase many of the works
of conference presenters.

Authors and illustrators are also available during the conference to autograph their works for students.

  • Students are inspired and encouraged by their interaction with successful, enthusiastic role models for writing.
  • Students learn the importance of effective written communication.
  • Students learn the power of the well-written word and the way in which it can inform, inspire and transform.

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Text:  Program Contact

Colleen Feller
612/638-1511 or colleen.feller@metroecsu.org

FAX: 612 706-0811

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