Kerry Young (author)

Catholic teachers recognize talented young authors

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Friday, June 16, 2023
Poetry, Ontario English Catholic Teachers' Association, Writing, Moon, Garbage, Pacific Ocean, OECTA, School, Student, Kerry Young (author), Catholic Church, Script, Nursing, Tutoring, Bathroom

The Young Authors Awards/Prix jeunes écrivains acknowledge English and French writing in categories ranging from poetry and short stories, to plays and non-fiction.

Key Points: 
  • The Young Authors Awards/Prix jeunes écrivains acknowledge English and French writing in categories ranging from poetry and short stories, to plays and non-fiction.
  • “The Young Authors Awards/Prix jeunes écrivains are a celebration of the exceptional spirit and accomplishments of students and teachers in Ontario’s publicly funded Catholic schools, showcasing the high caliber of writing and critical thinking happening in our classrooms,” says OECTA President Barb Dobrowolski.
  • This year marks the 38th year in which Catholic teachers have supported and celebrated student writing and achievement through the Young Authors Awards/Prix jeunes écrivains.
  • OECTA represents the 45,000 passionate and qualified teachers in Ontario’s publicly funded English Catholic schools, from Kindergarten to Grade 12.

Catholic Teachers Recognize Talented Young Authors

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Wednesday, June 15, 2022
Kerry Young (author), Ontario English Catholic Teachers' Association, Twelfth grade, Poetry, Half Nelson (film), First Nations, Drinking water, Student, Writing, Catholic (term), GLOBE, Tutoring

The Young Authors Awards/Prix jeunes crivains acknowledge English and French writing in categories ranging from poetry and short stories, to plays and non-fiction.

Key Points: 
  • The Young Authors Awards/Prix jeunes crivains acknowledge English and French writing in categories ranging from poetry and short stories, to plays and non-fiction.
  • The Young Authors Awards/Prix Jeunes crivains are a celebration of the exceptional spirit and accomplishments of students and teachers in Ontarios publicly funded Catholic schools, showcasing the high caliber of writing and critical thinking happening in our classrooms, says OECTA President Barb Dobrowolski.
  • The diversity of topics, perspectives, and styles are amazing to read, and speak to the skills and values that Catholic teachers strive to nurture in our students.
  • OECTA represents the 45,000 passionate and qualified teachers in Ontarios publicly funded English Catholic schools, from Kindergarten to Grade 12.