The Foundations Seminar
High School Essay Writing
Early essay writing can be complex because students must develop their thinking and organize their writing at the same time. This seminar streamlines that process through live coaching in both thinking and writing.
Designed For
Students entering secondary school.
Students in high school who need more time with essay organization.
Students who want to learn how to expand their ideas.
Specific Topics Include
Inventing a better thesis.
Developing reasons.
Adding evidence.
Persuading others.
Students Finish With
A five-paragraph essay completed with guided coaching.
Understanding of essay structure and demands.
Curiosity-driven thinking to develop writing independence.
A Personalized Writing Action Plan for their future writing.
Every Seminar Includes
Live Instructor Coaching
Students receive instructor feedback while writing.
Small Classes
Enrolment is capped at six students for instructor attention.
Focused Sessions
Precision writing activities are designed to maximize skill development.
Focus on Higher-Level Thinking
Students apply curiosity to deepen their thinking.
With Instructor
Sharon Johnsey, PhD candidate, 20 years of writing instruction.
Register for
The Foundations Seminar here:
Seminar Tuition is $800 for 16 hours of instruction. 25% non-refundable deposit due at registration; balance due at first class.
Limited need-based bursaries are available: the Aspire Bursary (25% off) and the Pathway Bursary (50% off). EMAIL SDJ SEMINARS
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