- September to December
- Weekly one-hour virtual meeting
- Weekly homework feedback
- 6-8 students per group
Students will work on 2-3 essays throughout each session, depending on their assigned level.
*Students will be encouraged to submit completed writing pieces to various writing contests
This fall, we are adding social-emotional skill building skills into the curriculum to deeper purpose and meaningful outcomes for young writers.
Fun-filled quick-write drill
Mentor text and modeling
Discussion on assigned topics
Students' work showcases
Building writing communities
Curriculum: (1) Following the State Common Core ELA curriculum leveled guidelines. Starting with the fundamental "writing process", students will be engaged with various writing genres systematically. (2) Applying IEW (Institute of Excellent Writing) pedagogy for accommodating students' specific needs
Class approach: Keeping students motivated through the group dynamic. Students will share their work and respond to each other by giving feedback and comments.