Preparatory Classes for High School Students
College Application Essays
Take this course to write and workshop an authentic personal statement for the common application. No matter whether you haven't started or you are on draft 23 of your essay, this class is for you. This course will use a workshop model to get to the beating heart of your college essay. All sessions are online, via Zoom. To register, complete the form below. Limit 8. Instructor: Benjamin Morgan
Mondays
September 9 - October 7
7pm PST
$250 (Five Sessions)
Essay Writing Essentials
In this class, you will learn the principles behind writing an outstanding essay for any humanities class AND doing it in a time-efficient way. You will learn how to develop a position on a spectrum between “DUH!” and “HUH‽,” how to build credibility with your voice, and how to surprise your Language Arts and history teachers with your line of reasoning! No matter whether you hate writing or love it, this class will give you a new perspective to think about your academic essay writing. All sessions are online, via Zoom. To register, complete the form below. Limit 8. $250. Instructor: Benjamin Morgan
Mondays
October 14 - November 11
7pm PST
$250 (Five Sessions)
Presentation Skills
Examine successful presentations and develop one on a topic of your passion! You will learn how to structure your work, create engaging slides, present in a compelling way and field questions from the audience. All sessions are online, via Zoom. To register, complete the form below. Limit 8. Instructor: Benjamin Morgan
Mondays
November 18 - December 16
7pm PST
$250 (Five Sessions)
Passionate Writers
Engage in activities that hone your skills and foster your love of writing as storytelling. Areas of focus are Ideas, World Design and Character Building with the goal of cultivating your writer’s voice and engaging the reader. All sessions are online, via Zoom. To register, complete the form below. Limit 8.
Thursdays
September 26 - October 24
7pm PST
$250 (Five Sessions)
Fall 2024 Registration
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Guest Teacher: Benjamin Morgan
Benjamin Morgan is a dynamic and innovative Language Arts teacher at Open Window School. Previous, he was assistant academic dean and English teacher at Suffield Academy. Mr. Morgan has experience and training in teaching AP Language and Composition, and he is passionate about the interplay between creativity and analysis. Mr. Morgan is known for using theater techniques to unlock literacy skills and inspire writers. Past families note that their children advanced their reading and writing, and also experienced joy and belonging along the way. In his spare time, Mr. Morgan spends time with family, performs improv comedy, and cheers irrationally for the New York Knicks!