National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE)@ncte

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

 Champaign, Illinois
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Joined May 2009
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We can’t wait to welcome author and champion of young writers Dave Eggers to #NCTE26 at the Secondary Section Get-Together on Thursday, November 19, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. Admission is included with your Convention registration. Register now! bit.ly/4bilTUK
A promotional image for an event featuring colorful paint splashes. It announces a "Secondary Section Get-Together" with Dave Eggers on Thursday, November 19, at 5:30 p.m. ET at the 2026 NCTE Annual Convention in Philadelphia. The text "imagine. innovate. inspire." is alongside a lightbulb illustration in rainbow colors.

ALT A promotional image for an event featuring colorful paint splashes. It announces a "Secondary Section Get-Together" with Dave Eggers on Thursday, November 19, at 5:30 p.m. ET at the 2026 NCTE Annual Convention in Philadelphia. The text "imagine. innovate. inspire." is alongside a lightbulb illustration in rainbow colors.
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NCTE initiates ELA standards update for grades 6-12, first standards for K-5 The standards will work together and integrate modern instructional needs for media and data literacy across K–12. Teachers, teacher educators, researchers—apply to contribute: bit.ly/4dzScAA
Text reading "Call for Interest: K-12 ELA Standards Development" alongside the NCTE logo on a textured green and brown background.

ALT Text reading "Call for Interest: K-12 ELA Standards Development" alongside the NCTE logo on a textured green and brown background.
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Members have 1 week left to enjoy a complimentary screening of Story & Pictures By! Featuring acclaimed creators Christian Robinson, Yuyi Morales, and Mac Barnett, the film explores the artistry, imagination, and experiences behind today's picturebooks. bit.ly/4ytAIxU
Poster for a members-only film screening titled "Story & Pictures by," a film by Joanna Rudnick. It is about the world of children's picture books. The film is available to stream through September 30. The NCTE logo is included.

ALT Poster for a members-only film screening titled "Story & Pictures by," a film by Joanna Rudnick. It is about the world of children's picture books. The film is available to stream through September 30. The NCTE logo is included.

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Early-bird savings end October 7 for the 2026 NCTE Annual Convention, happening in Philadelphia November 19–22! Reinvigorate your love of teaching and connect with ELA teachers from across the country this fall. Register for #NCTE26 now! convention.ncte.org/registra…
The image is a promotional graphic with the text: "Register Now for Early-Bird Pricing!" and "imagine. innovate. inspire. NCTE 2026 Philadelphia Annual Convention November 19-22." A colorful light bulb and a vibrant background of swirling rainbow colors are featured.

ALT The image is a promotional graphic with the text: "Register Now for Early-Bird Pricing!" and "imagine. innovate. inspire. NCTE 2026 Philadelphia Annual Convention November 19-22." A colorful light bulb and a vibrant background of swirling rainbow colors are featured.

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You're invited to this virtual variety show with a star-studded lineup of champions of books, authors, and readers! NCTE is sponsoring it as part of our work with partners across the country to stand up for the freedom to read. Learn more and register ➡️ tinyurl.com/ShowUpSpeakUp
Promotional poster for "Show Up, Speak Up! Vote for the Freedom to Read," a virtual community action telethon on September 24th, 2-4 PM ET. Includes a vintage marquee design with books and megaphone graphics. Features names of participants: Jerrold Connors, Jerry Craft, Alan Gratz, Shanna Hale, Martha Hickson, Ellen Hopkins, Adib Khorram, Maris Kreizman, Sarah MacLean, Don Martin, Julie Miller, Jonathan Sanchez, Amanda Timpson, Edward Underhill. Registration link provided.

ALT Promotional poster for "Show Up, Speak Up! Vote for the Freedom to Read," a virtual community action telethon on September 24th, 2-4 PM ET. Includes a vintage marquee design with books and megaphone graphics. Features names of participants: Jerrold Connors, Jerry Craft, Alan Gratz, Shanna Hale, Martha Hickson, Ellen Hopkins, Adib Khorram, Maris Kreizman, Sarah MacLean, Don Martin, Julie Miller, Jonathan Sanchez, Amanda Timpson, Edward Underhill. Registration link provided.
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We’re excited to celebrate Dr. Will Banks, Professor and Director of ECU’s University Writing Program, who has been named the 2026 @NCTE LGBTQIA+ Advocacy and Leadership Award recipient! 🎉 Join us in congratulating Dr. Banks! buff.ly/Gzj182o
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Don't miss this #StoryAndPicturesByFilm talk! bit.ly/4ytAIxU 🖋️ Dive into the creative process of picturebook authors and illustrators 🖌️ Explore connections between picturebooks, literacy, and classroom engagement 🖋️ Consider the role of picturebooks in readers’ lives
Promotional image for a live panel discussion about "Story & Pictures by" on September 24 at 7:00 p.m. ET. Includes headshots of Joanna Rudnick, Korelan Matteson, and Laura Ascenzi-Moreno. Features the NCTE logo and film poster.

ALT Promotional image for a live panel discussion about "Story & Pictures by" on September 24 at 7:00 p.m. ET. Includes headshots of Joanna Rudnick, Korelan Matteson, and Laura Ascenzi-Moreno. Features the NCTE logo and film poster.
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Visionary educators at schools, universities, libraries, and nonprofit organizations across the country will be honored among thousands of colleagues at #NCTE26 after receiving prestigious 2026 NCTE Leadership Awards. Read the press release: bit.ly/4gVdBGF
A graphic displaying the text "2026 NCTE Leadership Awards" in bold letters against a textured green background. The NCTE logo is in the bottom right corner.

ALT A graphic displaying the text "2026 NCTE Leadership Awards" in bold letters against a textured green background. The NCTE logo is in the bottom right corner.
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We know student voices impact teachers' classroom practice and decisions every day. What do you think 5th-graders from Chicago wish they could tell their teachers about themselves as readers and writers? Read this #ClassroomCorridors article to find out: bit.ly/4gZE2d9

Dear Teacher: From Your Students

Fifth-grade students write letters about what they want their teachers to know about them as readers and writers.

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Brian Jones’s book Black History Is for Everyone has received the 2026 NCTE George Orwell Award for Distinguished Contribution to Honesty and Clarity in Public Language! Jones will be honored at #NCTE26 in Philadelphia. Learn more in the press release: bit.ly/3Tqdl9y
This image announces the 2026 NCTE George Orwell Award. It features a photo of a person wearing glasses in the top left corner. The background is a green textured design. In the center is a book cover titled "Black History Is for Everyone" by Brian Jones, with an image of an eye and the words "George Orwell Award" below it. The NCTE logo is visible in the bottom right corner.

ALT This image announces the 2026 NCTE George Orwell Award. It features a photo of a person wearing glasses in the top left corner. The background is a green textured design. In the center is a book cover titled "Black History Is for Everyone" by Brian Jones, with an image of an eye and the words "George Orwell Award" below it. The NCTE logo is visible in the bottom right corner.
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Dolly Parton’s literacy advocacy, philanthropy, and music touched countless lives. We are proud to have presented the Dollywood Foundation with the NCTE Literacy Award in 1998. Watch her recorded message about the award. piped.video/watch?v=4q7r860r…

Remembering Dolly Parton, Icon and Remarkable Literacy Champion

Dolly Parton recorded this message to be played at the NCTE Annual ...

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You're invited to stream #StoryAndPicturesByFilm, the first feature documentary to go behind the scenes with #KidLit authors and artists who create children’s picturebooks, and then join a discussion between the film's creators and NCTE members! Register: bit.ly/4ytAIxU
A promotional image for "Members-Only Film Screening and Panel Discussion" by NCTE in September 2026. Includes an illustration with overlapping pencils titled "Story & Pictures By." The film is by Joanna Rudnick.

ALT A promotional image for "Members-Only Film Screening and Panel Discussion" by NCTE in September 2026. Includes an illustration with overlapping pencils titled "Story & Pictures By." The film is by Joanna Rudnick.
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Our community is mourning the loss of Jennifer Buehler. An NCTE member for more than 27 years, she served as President of the Assembly on Literature for Adolescents (ALAN) in 2016. Read more about Jen's contributions in this tribute by Kelly (Kel) Sassi: bit.ly/4gM50WF
Jennifer Buehler is sitting in an office, smiling, holding a document. Shelves filled with books are in the background. Text on the image reads, "A Tribute to Jen Buehler."

ALT Jennifer Buehler is sitting in an office, smiling, holding a document. Shelves filled with books are in the background. Text on the image reads, "A Tribute to Jen Buehler."
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Join @ncte_cel for a discussion with Alexander Manshel about the history of secondary American English education, from the literary canon to parallel institutions of Advanced Placement, CliffsNotes, the Common Core State Standards, and others. Register: bit.ly/4ifZmxa
The image is a promotional graphic for an event titled "On Leadership: Designing ELA Curricula." It features a conversation with Alexander Manshel. The event will occur on Tuesday, September 29, from 7:00 to 8:15 P.M. ET. The graphic includes the logos for CEL and NCTE, which is described as a constituent group of NCTE. A photo of Alexander Manshel is included.

ALT The image is a promotional graphic for an event titled "On Leadership: Designing ELA Curricula." It features a conversation with Alexander Manshel. The event will occur on Tuesday, September 29, from 7:00 to 8:15 P.M. ET. The graphic includes the logos for CEL and NCTE, which is described as a constituent group of NCTE. A photo of Alexander Manshel is included.

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We can’t wait to welcome author and former ballerina Misty Copeland to the NCTE Annual Convention in Philly this fall! Copeland will take the stage Friday morning, November 20, with a book signing to follow. This is your cue: Register for #NCTE26 today! bit.ly/4bilTUK
The image features a promotional banner for a general session with Misty Copeland, scheduled for Friday, November 20 at 8:15 a.m. ET. On the left is a black and white photo of an individual. On the right, colorful text announces "imagine. innovate. inspire." for the 2026 NCTE Annual Convention in Philadelphia from November 19-22. A vibrant light bulb graphic is included.

ALT The image features a promotional banner for a general session with Misty Copeland, scheduled for Friday, November 20 at 8:15 a.m. ET. On the left is a black and white photo of an individual. On the right, colorful text announces "imagine. innovate. inspire." for the 2026 NCTE Annual Convention in Philadelphia from November 19-22. A vibrant light bulb graphic is included.
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Each September 8, International #LiteracyDay is celebrated around the world "to remind policymakers, practitioners, and the public of the critical importance of literacy for creating more literate, just, peaceful, and sustainable society." Learn more: readwritethink.org/classroom…
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NCTE announced today that @Fitchburg_State is the recipient of our 2026 National Intellectual Freedom Award! Campus leaders are celebrating this honor at today’s community-wide State of the University event. Read the press release: bit.ly/3UvwiYI
A vibrant image featuring the 2026 NCTE National Intellectual Freedom Award winner. The background shows an aerial view of Fitchburg State University campus surrounded by trees. The NCTE logo is in the lower right corner.

ALT A vibrant image featuring the 2026 NCTE National Intellectual Freedom Award winner. The background shows an aerial view of Fitchburg State University campus surrounded by trees. The NCTE logo is in the lower right corner.
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Join the NCTE constituent group Literacies and Languages for All for this discussion with LLA member Grace Kang, coeditor of Writing Reimagined: Bridging Critical Theories and Pedagogical Practices in Elementary Classrooms (2026). bit.ly/4iG7YgG
Promotional graphic for a webinar titled "Humanizing the Teaching of Writing for Elementary Grades." The event is scheduled for Wednesday, September 23, at 7:00 P.M. ET. The graphic includes a photo labeled Grace Kang. Logos for LLA and NCTE, a constituent group, are displayed. The background features shades of purple and pink.

ALT Promotional graphic for a webinar titled "Humanizing the Teaching of Writing for Elementary Grades." The event is scheduled for Wednesday, September 23, at 7:00 P.M. ET. The graphic includes a photo labeled Grace Kang. Logos for LLA and NCTE, a constituent group, are displayed. The background features shades of purple and pink.
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CALL FOR MANUSCRIPTS: Navigating Media & AI: Critical Principles and Pedagogies bit.ly/4iDU7HA Co-editors Karis Jones and Scott Storm invite critical, nuanced exploration of principles and practices for planning for and using AI in ELA classrooms and related contexts.

Call for Manuscripts: Navigating Media & AI: Critical Principles and Pedagogies

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In the new issue of Classroom Corridors, teachers share how they help our youngest learners grow as readers and writers by blending evidence-based instruction with play, inquiry, purposeful writing, shared reading, and inclusive children’s literature. bit.ly/46sbeow
Logo for "Classroom Corridors" featuring an open book with a lightbulb above, symbolizing ideas and learning. Text reads: "Expertise and Inspiration from Elementary Teachers." The issue is titled "Issue 18: Early Literacies."

ALT Logo for "Classroom Corridors" featuring an open book with a lightbulb above, symbolizing ideas and learning. Text reads: "Expertise and Inspiration from Elementary Teachers." The issue is titled "Issue 18: Early Literacies."
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