Welcome to PhilWP
The Philadelphia Writing Project (PhilWP) is a network connecting PreK–University and out-of-school-time leaders working to advance writing and the teaching of writing across grade levels and disciplines in Philadelphia and the surrounding area. A site of the National Writing Project, PhilWP has served Philadelphia schools since 1986. PhilWP offers ongoing professional learning opportunities, workshops, and courses throughout the year for educators, families, and youth. Members of our network are leaders in their schools, communities, and the field of education. Each year, new teacher-leaders join the PhilWP network by attending the Invitational Summer Institute. They work in classrooms and other education spaces, supporting young people as writers and learners.
News & Events
EXCITING NEWS! The Philadelphia Writing Project has been selected as a 2025 Library of Congress Literacy Award Program Honoree!
This program recognizes organizations in the US and abroad that “provide exemplary, innovative, sustainable, and replicable strategies to promote literacy and reading.” Established by the Library of Congress in 2013, the program has awarded more than $4.3 million to more than 220 organizations in 42 countries since its inception. It is our profound honor to be one of 24 programs recognized this year.
If you’d like to learn more about the Literacy Awards program, please visit www.loc.gov/literacy for more information and to learn about all this year’s honorees.
Scholastic Art and Writing Awards
The Philadelphia Writing Project serves as the regional writing affiliate for the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards. The Art & Writing Awards are coordinated by the Alliance for Young Artists & Writers, which seeks to identify and support exceptional writers and artists.
Learn more about the Scholastic Art & Writing Award.
Congratulations to the 2025 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards honorees! View the list of local winners.
Celebration of Writing and Literacy
The Celebration of Writing and Literacy is an annual convening of educators.
Next conference will be held Fall 2026.
PhilWP Update
The PhilWP Update provides news and current information for local teachers and partners. Sign up for the PhilWP Update.
