Writers In The Schools

Writers in the Schools (WITS) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering creativity and literacy by placing professional writers in classrooms and community settings to work directly with students. The organization generates revenue primarily through grants, donations, and partnerships with schools and cultural institutions, enabling it to offer writing workshops, residencies, and public events. Founded in Houston in 1983, WITS has grown to become one of the largest literary arts education programs in the United States, impacting thousands of young people annually. Candidates should know that WITS emphasizes diversity, equity, and inclusion in its programming and values a collaborative, mission-driven work environment.

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