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Students need to embrace writing as a process vs a task.

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Student choice and exposure to peer writing.

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Students need to write frequently, be aware of their audience and the goal of the piece. The writing process isn't something done quickly. There is never really a FINAL draft. The type of writing on the AIR test is not what we prepare our kids for because we do tons of planning and drafting for each piece in class.

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Students benefit from reading and discussing prior to writing.

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Revision opportunities should be provided

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To become better writers, students need to write frequently and in different forms.  They need to become aware of not just what they are trying to say, but different ways of actually saying it. Since writing is communication, be aware of the receiver (audience).

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Everyone has a something to say
Positive encouragement goes a long way
Voice and Choice
Reading and writing are inseparable

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Students need more practice in the PROCESS. Writing and revision is a skill that needs repetition and practice

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Student writing is a process that may continue to be revisited.

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Students should write every day!

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Students should see writing as a on-going process as well as gain an understanding that writing is a place to share their voice.

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Students should be encouraged to  take risks and creativity, even in academic writing.  Write frequently in various modes of expression (casual responses, formal occasions, etc.).

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Write for a purpose
Chances for revision

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Students need opportunity and validation that their ideas count.

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1.Students should write more than I can grade.
2 CHOCIE! In topic and format. (maybe not for EVERY assignment, but for most!).
3.  Pre-planning (the work before actually writing the assignment) is crucial!
4.  Revisions, peer review, and formative checks are key!  Thesis statements are turned in via index cards prior to typing essays, outlines can be peer reviewed, etc.-- first time writing is reviewing can't be after first draft (my students are reluctant to '

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1. Students should have some choice!
2.Writing is a process & needs to be broken down for students.
3. Organization is key for me (and can be the toughest for students) Outlining is one of the most crucial steps.

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I think students should be able to write responses that are focused and purposeful in response to literature or informational text. They need to show a thoughtful and insightful interaction with the text while simultaneously organizing in a way that best suits their purpose.