Local Teachers and Student Authors and Artists To Be Honored

March 20, 2010

A reception spotlighting Rutherford County teacher authors, student authors and student artists will be held Tuesday, April 6th at 6:30-8:00 p.m. at Siegel Middle School.

The works of the authors and artists are published each year in a collection of two books produced by Rutherford County Schools. One book features student work and the other features the writings of teachers. This year’s books are titled Handprints on My Heart.

Selected readings from both teachers and students will be held in the auditorium beginning at 6:30 p.m. followed by signings in the library by all authors who are present.

The book project began in 1999 as a way to promote a love and excitement for writing. A majority of the proceeds from the books cover publishing costs and any remaining funds help support the annual Rutherford County Writers’ Academy for teachers.

This year’s books feature works from more than 350 students and 70 teachers in Rutherford County. The project has become extremely popular with parents. The school district initially ordered 590 books containing students’ works, but those books have sold out and additional copies have been ordered.

For additional information, contact Community Relations Coordinator James Evans at (615) 893-5812 or evansj@rcs.k12.tn.us.

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