Introduction to the Essay
Advanced Class
Grades 8 - 12
Registration Deposit $50 - Paid after receipt of registration. Mrs. Luiz will contact you.
Fee: $750/yr - 28 weeks (May be paid in two installments, $375 in August and $375 in January)
Class Time
Tuesdays, 1:00 - 2:30 PT
Registration Dates: Continuing Families - Tuesday, April 2, 2024 and New Families - Wednesday, April 3, 2024.
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Advanced Class
Grades 8 - 12
Registration Deposit $50 - Paid after receipt of registration. Mrs. Luiz will contact you.
Fee: $750/yr - 28 weeks (May be paid in two installments, $375 in August and $375 in January)
Class Time
Tuesdays, 1:00 - 2:30 PT
Registration Dates: Continuing Families - Tuesday, April 2, 2024 and New Families - Wednesday, April 3, 2024.
After filling out registration form, choose one of the following options:
Go to home page to register another student for a different class.
Click on “Register Here” button to register another student for this same class.
Click on shopping cart icon in lower right hand corner of screen to check out. (Note: You must complete checkout in order to finish registration.)
Descritpion
Students tackle the standard in academic writing: the essay. The instructor will break down the elements of the essay from concise thesis statements and strong supporting paragraphs to engaging introductions and memorable conclusions.
Students will practice their new skills with a variety of essay forms:
expository, descriptive, persuasive, comparison, response to literature, and research.
Class includes SAT vocabulary and a grammar component.
Students receive personalized feedback on their writing.
Materials to Purchase
Fix-It Grammar Book teacher/student combo Frog Prince
Fix-It Grammar Cards (Optional. This set works with all levels.)
Writing Reference Student Resource Packet (if not already owned)