Improving Writing and Learning in Indiana Schools
THE INDIANA WRITING PROJECT, based at Ball State University, promotes the best possible writing instruction in Indiana schools. We offer professional development programs on effective practices by and for teachers.
Announcements
Summer Writing Camps
We are excited to offer two youth writing camps this summer. Creative Writing Camp is our flagship camp for students in grades 4-12. Here students can develop their skills in multiple genres, including poetry and fiction. This year, we are hosting Creative Writing Camp at the Ball State campus in Muncie and at the Ball State Fishers Center in Fishers.
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We are also offering a new 3-day Future Authors Camp in Muncie. This camp is for serious writers in grades 7-12 who wish to strengthen their commitment to their writing practice and adopt better writing habits and schedules.
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Both camps emphasize having fun while writing and collaborating with other young writers!
Creative Writing Camp​
June 8-12, 2026
M-F, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
For students in grades 4-12.
Two locations: Muncie & Fishers!
Future Authors Camp
June 16-18, 2026
T-TH, 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
For students entering grades 7-12
Ball State campus, Muncie
Register for Summer Writing Camps​​
About IWP
THE INDIANA WRITING PROJECT is an organization of teachers committed to improving the teaching and uses of writing in Indiana's elementary, secondary, and post-secondary schools.
The Project is a local site of the National Writing Project and is administered through Ball State University's English Department. The Project has been recognized by the Indiana State Legislature for our work in helping teachers improve student performance in writing. Learn more.
