In-School Projects News

826 News
04.12.2019

We’re now accepting applications for the 2019 Young Authors’ Workshop!

Each summer, 826 Valencia hosts its annual Young Authors’ Workshop (YAW), a three-week writing camp open for students entering grades ten through twelve, who are…

826 News
06.16.2018

Celebrating the Young Authors’ Book Project

The release party for our latest Young Authors' Book Project was a huge success! We're very proud of these amazing students and their hard work.

826 News
06.20.2017

762 students published this Spring

Pick up a copy of new student writing!

826 News
08.17.2015

August Volunteer of the Month!

"Working with the students here at 826 has been so thrilling. I’m constantly in the company of kids who are anxious to learn.”

826 News
06.11.2015

Presenting our latest book project: what sixty-six young authors believe

The beliefs examined include everything from “I believe that I will be the first person in my family to graduate high school” to “I believe that ADHD is not a disability, it’s a superpower.”

826 News
06.08.2015

The Moon Changed Me, stories of wonder and whimsy

Short stories and persuasive writing from third, fourth, and fifth graders, on shelves now at the Pirate Supply Store!

826 News
06.05.2015

Straight-Up News pushes students to challenge themselves and each other

One student shares: being a published author “feels cool because now everyone is going to read my opinion about my topic.”

826 News
05.14.2015

The 826 way: an AmeriCorps member reflects on her year of service

“I have learned that individualized support can empower students, making them more comfortable putting their story out into the world. This year has reinforced for me, again and again, that every student can learn.”

826 News
04.23.2015

It‘s Not a Secret…Anymore!

On Monday, March 16, students, volunteers, and staff came together in the 826 Valencia Writing Lab to celebrate the release of the first chapbook to…