Essay Writing Workshop

Students learn how to turn their ideas into a clear, well-written essays

2-hr Live Writing Workshop for Middle and High School Students (Gr 5-12)- $60 per student

6-session curriculum rotation | Limited to 8 spots per session for live feedback.

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Online | 2-hrs 10AM - 12PM CST | Every Saturday

THE PROBLEM

  • Many students can read the words in a text but struggle to explain what the text actually means.

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    This workshop helps students move beyond summarizing and learn how to clearly explain their thinking.

What Students Learn

Students learn how to explain their own thinking when they write essays and answer questions

  • ✅How to write a clear thesis

  • ✅How to support ideas using Claim, Evidence, and Reasoning

  • ✅How to organize a body paragraph

  • ✅How to connect evidence back to the main argument
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How the 6-session Rotation Works

  • This workshop runs on a 6-session rotation, and students can join at any time.

  • Each class teaches a complete, stand-alone writing skill while reinforcing the FULL essay structure.

  • Because each session stands-alone, students never feel “behind,” and every session is useful on its own.

  • Students who continue (or repeat sessions) build stronger writing skills over time that transfer to any essay.

The 6 Lessons

  • Lesson 1️⃣

    Understanding the Prompt & Thesis

  • Lesson 2️⃣

    CER (Claim, Evidence, Reasoning)

  • Lesson 3️⃣

    Writing Strong Body Paragraphs

  • Lesson 4️⃣

    Introduction & Conclusions

  • Lesson 5️⃣

    Timed Writing Strategies

  • Lesson 6️⃣

    Clarity & Revision Strategies
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What Happens During the Workshop? ↓

  • Brief

    Teaching

    I teach and model the concept

  • Guided

    Example

    We practice an example together

  • Independent Writing

    Students practice independently

  • Live Feedback & Coaching

    We review and improve responses

One of my returning students shared this after a recent session:

“The sessions help because I’ve been improving more. I like learning, but it’s not always fun—this made it more interesting because it was more detailed.”

Workshop Details

✔️Grades: 5–12

✔️Length: 2 hours

✔️Format: Live online small-group workshop

✔️Maximum students: 8

Booking

$60 - Choose an available session and reserve your student’s spot.

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FAQs

What if my child struggles with writing?

That’s exactly what these sessions are designed for. Students are guided step by step so writing feels more manageable and clear.

How many students are in each session?

Groups are kept small so each student can receive feedback and support.

What if we miss a session or need to reschedule?

Sessions are non-refundable, but you may reschedule your booking up to 3 times with advance notice.

Contact me to reschedule.

What grade levels is this for?

For students in grades 5–12.

Will my child get materials?

Yes. Students have access to worksheets and materials used during the session so they can continue practicing after class.

What if my child is already a strong writer?

That’s great—these sessions help strong writers become clearer, more organized, and more precise.

Students are always pushed to strengthen their reasoning and expand their thinking.

How do the sessions work?

Each session is a live, small-group class where students learn one core writing skill, see it modeled, and practice it with guidance. I give feedback in real time so students can improve as they write.

What does “standalone sessions” mean?

Each session focuses on one key skill (like structure, evidence, or introductions), so students can join at any time and still learn something valuable.

At the same time, every skill is part of the foundation of strong writing—so what they learn applies to all essays moving forward.

What does “skills build over time” mean?

While each session stands on its own, the skills connect.

As students attend more sessions, they:

  • write more clearly
  • organize ideas more easily
  • explain their thinking more deeply

The goal is long-term improvement, not just one lesson.

Should my child repeat sessions or only go through once?

Students can absolutely repeat sessions.

As they grow, they:

  • give more detailed answers
  • think more critically
  • write at a higher level

The same structure allows them to go deeper each time—it’s not just repetition, it’s refinement.

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