Creative Writing Workshop
A safe space to share and critique original stories and poetry
Why It Matters
Shows refinement of communication skills and ability to give/receive constructive criticism.
How to Start
Meet bi-weekly in an English classroom. Bring printed copies of a chapter or poem and workshop them together.
Commitment
- Low commitment: a few hours a month, easy to fit around school.
- Best starting grade: G9
- G9+.
Programs It Supports
- English
- Creative Writing
- Journalism
- Humanities
Majors it supports
- Journalism – high 70s to high 80s - portfolio component often required
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