Relive the Transformation: Check Out the Highlights from WRITE! 26
Transforming the future of writing instruction
With a passionate global community
WRITE! 26 brought together educators, leaders, and change-makers from around the world, all focused on a shared mission: transforming how students learn to write. Over three days, the event offered a balance of practical insights and collaborative sessions. Attendees engaged directly with new strategies, turning the conference into an active forum for professional growth and shared best practice.
Dr. Ian Hunter delivered a compelling keynote on closing the writing gap and navigating the evolving landscape of Educational AI, while other powerful keynotes laid out a clear roadmap to writing transformation. Beyond the main stage, nearly forty expert speakers led interactive workshops where participants collaborated and mapped out practical pathways for their classrooms. Rather than just observing, attendees worked directly with the Writer’s Toolbox system to ensure they returned to their schools with actionable tools.
A distinct highlight of the experience was the School Visit Day, which took attendees north of Brisbane to visit three local Queensland schools. This provided a firsthand look at the Writer's Toolbox framework operating at a whole-school level. Observing active classrooms allowed educators to see theory translate into practice, watching students confidently articulate their writing choices and teachers leverage the platform to drive measurable outcomes.
Celebrating success
The sights and sounds of the WRITE! 26 Gala Dinner & Awards Night
Capping Day 1 of the conference, the focus shifted to celebration and connection at the Rivershed at Howard Smith Wharves. Set against the backdrop of the Brisbane River and the Story Bridge, the WRITE! 26 Gala Dinner and Awards Night brought together educators from eight countries to network, unwind, and reflect on their shared commitment to tackle the global writing challenge.
The centrepiece of the evening was the presentation of the Writer's Toolbox Awards. These awards recognised the outstanding achievements of visionary schools, passionate leaders, and dedicated educators who have made significant strides in writing outcomes over the past year. The ceremony served as a powerful reminder of the impact individual teachers and schools have on student success every single day, drawing well-deserved recognition from their peers.
The evening concluded with dinner, conversation, and live music, giving attendees the space to strengthen professional relationships in a relaxed setting. Teaching is an incredibly demanding role, and the Gala Dinner provided a meaningful opportunity to pause and celebrate those efforts. The night underscored that WRITE! 26 was not just an educational event, but a supportive community dedicated to long-term collaboration.
Inspiration, Learning, and Connections Await at Write! 26
With schools from Australia, Singapore, New Zealand, Malaysia, the USA, the UK, and beyond, WRITE! 26 is your opportunity to discover proven strategies for implementing Writer’s Toolbox and leading a writing transformation in your school or district.
Over three action-packed days, engage with leading educators, researchers, and thought leaders through hands-on sessions, practical insights, and real-world strategies you can take straight back to your classroom.
Take part in the optional School Visit Day to explore three Queensland schools where Writer’s Toolbox has transformed learning. You will also experience a gala dinner where you can network with peers, share ideas, and keep the conversation buzzing long into the night.
Our Speakers
Hear directly from the educators and leaders who have mastered Writer's Toolbox. Our speakers offer decades of combined experience and have achieved profound writing improvement through their expert implementation of the programme, setting the standard for instruction in classrooms and institutions globally.
Experience the Writing Transformation
See Writer’s Toolbox in Action
Get ready for an inspiring look inside classrooms where Writer’s Toolbox is transforming learning. Join us for the optional School Visit as we travel north from Brisbane to explore three dynamic schools that have embraced whole-school implementation—and are achieving exceptional growth in student writing.
Discover firsthand how school leaders and educators built buy-in, met diverse learner needs, and created meaningful, lasting change.
Celebrate Success, Share the Joy
Gala Dinner - Thursday, 7 May
Prepare for a spectacular evening at the stylish WRITE! 26 Gala Dinner, hosted in the magnificent Rivershed at Howard Smith Wharves. Set against the dazzling backdrop of the Brisbane River and located right in the heart of the city's vibrant hospitality scene, this is far more than just a dinner—it's a celebration!
This memorable night is all about FUN and connection. Forget the formal speeches; instead, look forward to live music, exciting entertainment, dancing, and special moments designed to keep the conversation buzzing. Get ready to network, share ideas, and experience the signature charm of one of Brisbane's most stunning riverside venues!
WRITE! 26 Community
Join a Global Community of Educators, Researchers, and Thought Leaders. Hundreds have already registered—join them to share knowledge, exchange ideas, and shape the future of writing instruction.
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