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Boost your students’ TCAP writing success with this two-day bootcamp! Designed for ELA teachers, academic coaches, and administrators for grades 3-10, this hands-on training unpacks Tennessee ELA Writing Standards 1-3, covering opinion/argument, informative/explanatory, and narrative writing. 

Leave with practical strategies for strengthening student writing across genres.

I am delighted to announce that the TCAP Writing Bootcamp will happen twice this summer: at Freed-Hardeman University on June 22-23, and at Middle Tennessee State University on June 29-30. Both bootcamps will cover the exact same material.

Both bootcamps will take place from 9:00-3:00 daily.

$125 per participant.

All participants will receive a certificate for 10 hours of professional development.

Please ensure you are registering for the correct time and place below.

This TCAP Writing Bootcamp will be hosted by the Bobbie Solley Center for Excellence in Teaching at Freed-Hardeman University in Henderson, TN on June 22-23.

If you wish to pay with a purchase order, email merideth.myers@gmail.com.

This TCAP Writing Bootcamp will be hosted by the Middle Tennessee Writing Project at Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, TN on June 29-30.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a writing curriculum?

No! The goal of this PD is to show teachers research-based principles of quality writing instruction. The ideas, strategies, and resources provided can and should be incorporated into the reading curriculum you are already using.



Is this aligned to TCAP?

Yes! The goal of this PD is to close the gaps between your classroom instruction and the expectations of the TCAP writing task.



Where will the FHU training take place and where do I park?

The Hope Barber Shull Academic Resource Center (ARC) is located on the campus of Freed-Hardeman University at 123 Cason Street in Henderson, Tennessee. Visitor parking is conveniently available directly across the street from the ARC, with easy access to the building upon arrival. There is no parking fee.


Where will the MTSU training take place and where do I park?

Middle Tennessee State University
Ned McWherter Learning Resources Center
1558 Military Memorial
Murfreesboro, TN 37132
Room LRC 101

Parking: The Bragg Lot is the recommended parking area. The address is 1611 Alumni Drive. My Maps app found it as “Bragg Lot -Parking.”

The fastest route to LRC is to park in the back of Bragg Lot and cut diagonally across the circular courtyard. Enter the second lobby of LRC. Image of walking route above. I recommend planning to arrive by 8:15 so you can have time to get to the room and get settled.

You can purchase it for “All Day” for June 29-30. Total for both days will be $8.69



Can I pay with a purchase order?

Yes! Send an email to merideth.myers@gmail.com with the teachers’ names, grade levels, and emails.

If you register through email with a purchase order, you do not need to fill out the online registration form.



My plans changed. Can I have a refund?

Unfortunately, this is a non-refundable event. Materials, venue fees, printing, and preparation costs were finalized based on registration numbers. However, you are welcome to transfer your registration to another teacher from your school or district at no additional cost; just send their name, grade-level, and email to merideth.myers@gmail.com, and I will update the roster.



Is lunch provided?

No. Teachers are welcome to bring their lunch or enjoy a local restaurant.

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