Course Details

Creative Writing is designed to teach self-expression and provide a connection to others through the written word, and it will cover several creative genres, including fiction, poetry, playwriting, and the short story. In a workshop-oriented course, students will also learn the skills of editing, constructive peer evaluation, and literary analysis. Written assignments will be completed on a regular basis and drawn from a variety of exercises, observations, and discussion points. Writing exercises will help students develop writing resources such as voice, imagery, characterization, dialogue, and narration. Students will create a portfolio of their creative pieces, and they will also serve as the editors and staff of the school’s literary magazine.