JULY
JULY
Fiction “Classic” (July)
Date: July 7th-July 11th Time: 9:00am-11:30am
Location: Ridge High School 268 S Finley Ave Basking Ridge, NJ, 07920
Age: 6th-12th Grades
The Fiction “Classic” is our original recipe — a broadly appealing, fiction-based workshop with a vibrant creative community for learning. This workshop is ideal for students with any range of interest in writing. The purpose is to engage writing practice, nurture imagination, and build character through sharing and discussion. Over the course of the week, students are sparked by exercises and readings, and provided with dedicated feedback. Perfect for entry-level students in 6th-12th grade, who are inspired by storytelling, and are looking for a place to hone their skills and an audience to share with. ($395)
Creative Nonfiction
Date: July 14th-July 18th Time: 9:00am-11:30am
Location: Ridge High School 268 S Finley Ave Basking Ridge, NJ, 07920
Age: 6th-12th Grades
Our Creative Nonfiction class is well-suited for entry-level students at a 6th-12th grade level, who are less fantasy-oriented and more naturally inclined to write personal essays with social commentary and philosophical themes. In class we read and discuss essays, opinion pieces, speeches/talks, examples of journalism and other nonfiction works with the hopes of revealing the power and creative potential of the genre, resulting in greater personal excavation and expression. ($395)
Intro to Writing (July)
Date: July 21st-July 25th Time: 9:00am-11:30am
Location: Ridge High School 268 S Finley Ave Basking Ridge, NJ, 07920
Age: 4th-6th Grades
Our Intro to Writing workshop is solely devoted to developing writing fundamentals, story structure, punctuation/grammar, and igniting a genuine passion for writing! Full of inspiring readings and writing prompts, the primary purpose is to plant a seed of interest, so that our 4th-6th graders see writing as a useful and fun practice rather than a chore. Perfect for all writers, fiction or nonfiction based, within the appropriate age bracket. ($395)
Honors/AP Reading Prep
Date: July 28th-August 1st Time: 9:00am-11:30am
Location: Ridge High School 268 S Finley Ave Basking Ridge, NJ, 07920
Age: 8th-12th Grades
The best writers are readers. It’s the most effective way to develop basic instincts as well as improve story shape, punctuation, flow, and imagination. This workshop, full of close in-depth analysis of a summer reading list book, is designed to advance students reading comprehension and writing skills, in preparation for Honors/AP reading. ($395)
Advanced Nonfiction
Date: July 28th-August 1st Time: 12:15pm-2:45pm
Location: Ridge High School 268 S Finley Ave Basking Ridge, NJ, 07920
Age: 8th-12th Grades
Our Advanced Nonfiction class is a deep-thinking, real-life application workshop for students who love to explore meaningful topics that impact the world. Sparked by TED talks by world leaders and professors, articles, and excerpts from powerful literature, we'll help students discover and research subjects that matter to them personally, as well as share opportunities for future publication and submissions to contests like: The New York Times, Scholastic, NPR Podcast, MIT Think Scholars, Stossel and more. ($395)
*NOTE: If you are attending both the morning and afternoon workshops, you may stay for lunch and remain in the classroom.
AUGUST
AUGUST
Fiction “Classic” (August)
Date: August 11th-August 15th Time: 9:00am-11:30am
Location: Ridge High School 268 S Finley Ave Basking Ridge, NJ, 07920
Age: 6th-12th Grades
The Fiction “Classic” is our original recipe — a broadly appealing, fiction-based workshop with a vibrant creative community for learning. This workshop is ideal for students with any range of interest in writing. The purpose is to engage writing practice, nurture imagination, and build character through sharing and discussion. Over the course of the week, students are sparked by exercises and readings, and provided with dedicated feedback. Perfect for entry-level students in 6th-12th grade, who are inspired by storytelling, and are looking for a place to hone their skills and an audience to share with. ($395)
*NOTE: This week of class consists of a unique curriculum, there is no repeat material from the Fiction “Classic” (July) class.
The College Essay
Date: August 11th-August 15th Time: 12:15pm-2:45pm
Location: Ridge High School 268 S Finley Ave Basking Ridge, NJ, 07920
Age: 8th-12th Grades
College essays are one of the most daunting and often misunderstood assignments in a young person’s life. However, at their best, they’re honest, open, tightly crafted, and most of all memorable. This workshop is dedicated to helping students think, formulate, and develop strong college essays with substance and unique style. As many universities (including Harvard) have adopted a progressive “test-blind” policy in order to avoid bias, the College Essay has become even more important than ever. It is your unique opportunity to introduce yourself to admissions committees who must comb through thousands of applications each year. Get a head start now! ($395)
*NOTE: If you are attending both the morning and afternoon workshops, you may stay for lunch and remain in the classroom.
Intro to Writing (August)
Date: August 18th-August 22nd Time: 9:00am-11:30am
Location: Ridge High School 268 S Finley Ave Basking Ridge, NJ, 07920
Age: 4th-6th Grades
Our Intro to Writing workshop is solely devoted to developing writing fundamentals, story structure, punctuation/grammar, and igniting a genuine passion for writing! Full of inspiring readings and writing prompts, the primary purpose is to plant a seed of interest, so that our 4th-6th graders see writing as a useful and fun practice rather than a chore. Perfect for all writers, fiction or nonfiction based, within the appropriate age bracket. ($395)
*NOTE: This week of class consists of a unique curriculum, there is no repeat material from the Intro to Writing (July) class.