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Summer Session, July 19 – July 23, 2011 - Fall Session,
October 2011 to May 2012 (twice a month)
The Hurston/Wright Creative Writing Workshop for Teens is targeted to 8th through 12th grade students interested in writing as a pastime or a career (rather than those requiring remedial services or those with advanced skills). This workshop provides new opportunities for students who are interested in creative writing to develop their writing and reading skills in a nurturing group setting that celebrates Black literature. The program will nurture students’ analytical skills and motivate participants to become deeply and emotionally invested in their writing. Most importantly, the Creative Writing Workshop for Teens will enable students to become effective communicators, which will assist them throughout their educational and professional careers and in all aspects of life.
In response to ongoing requests from students, parents and teachers, the Creative Writing Workshop for Teens will make it possible for the Foundation to go from conducting just one week-long writing workshop for 12 students to conducting
two, one week-long, workshops with 12 students in each workshop. This non-residential workshop will run during the summer for
one week followed by continued instruction throughout the academic year, (thereby serving more students for an extended period of time).
Students in grades 8 through 12 in Prince George’s County and Washington, D.C. will be eligible to participate in this year-long, Creative Writing Workshop for Teens, regardless of race or ethnic background.
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- 2007-2008 Hurston/Wright Creative Writing Workshop for Teens participant Omari Daniels wins a full four-year scholarship to George Washington University
- Thais Francis a 2007-2008 Creative Writing Workshop for Teens participant was the 1st place winner of the 2007 Congressional Black Caucus Essay Contest
- Classes meet twice a month on Saturdays from 11:00am – 1:00pm.
- Fall Session is from October 15, 2011 – January 21, 2012
- Spring Session is from February 4, 2012 - May 19, 2012
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Admission is open to any teen in grades 8 -12 interested in creative writing. In order to provide the highest
quality of in¬struction possible, classes are kept small. Therefore, we may not be able to accommodate ALL qualified
applicants.
How to Apply:
- Complete application (note there is a $15 application fee)
- Email application to info@hurstoninfo@hurstonwright.org
- Applications, must be received by June 20, 2011. Applications received after October 10, 2011 will be considered only if space
is available.
- Letters of welcome will be e-mailed by October 12.
- Tuition is equivalent to $15.00 per class. Fall tuition is $120. Spring tuition is $120.
- Tuition for the fall session is due by October 10, 2011
- Tuition for the spring session is due by January 13, 2012
Sankofa Video Books & Café
2714 Georgia Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20001
Sponsored in Part By
The National Harbor Community Outreach Fund,
Prince George’s County Council Member Andrea Harrison and
Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission.
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Creative Nonfiction
This workshoThis workshop will introduce students to the basic elements of crafting stories from real life experiences.
Students will learn how to uncover facts, details and opinions and shape them into an artistic truth told in a
compelling memorable narrative voice.
Fiction
This workshop will introduce students to the basic elements of creative writing and demonstrate
how this genre of writing can enhance every facet of their communication skills and full self-expression.
Poetry
Will examine the structure of poems, including rhythm, tone, and imagery and will establish a working vocabulary to
discuss the poetry of the participants. This workshop will also discuss the value of poetry as a toll of self – discovery.
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- Does the Foundation provide transportation for workshop participants?
No, but the workshops are conveniently conveniently located near public transportation.
- Do students earn credit toward their high school diploma?
No, however the workshops will enable students to become effective communicators which will assist them throughout their education and
professional careers.
- What are the grade levels for the workshop?
Students must be in 8th through 12th grade
- When is the submission deadline?
October 10, 2011
- What is the regisWhat is the registration fee?
$15 made payable to the Hurston/Wright Foundation.
- When will students be notified of the status of their application?
Letters of welcome will be emailed by October 12
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