BRIX Writing Competition Oct. 2023
Middle Level
Students will…
learn the basics of various writing types
poetry, short stories, journalism, narrative
read, discuss, and analyze examples
partake in theme-based reading and writing
societal issues, hope, individuality
select individuals topics within themes
write 2 types to submit to competitions
Competitions for submission
Rattle Young Poets Anthology (11/15)
poetry
Scholastic Art & Writing Awards (12/5)
poetry, story, journalism, narrative
WPTA Reflections (1/18/2024)
poetry, story, journalism, narrative
Class: Saturdays 11am-1pm (tentative)
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Benefits of the class:
Introduction to various writing styles
Discuss and analyze relevant, current themes
Practice essential analysis skills for high school
Exposure to poetry through analysis + writing
Practice planning + writing + editing
Develop important writing habits
Upper Level
Students will...
learn and practice basics of various writing
poetry, analysis, narrative, research
read, discuss, and analyze examples
analyze for content, structure, language
research, plan, and select individual topics
draft, write, edit, polish their writing
write 2~3 types to submit to competitions
Competitions for submission
Scholastic Art & Writing Awards (12/5)
poetry, narrative, critical essay
WPTA Reflections (1/18/2024)
poetry, narrative, reflective essay
JFK Profile in Courage Contest (1/12/2024)
argumentative/analysis research essay
Class: Saturdays 12-2pm (tentative)
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Benefits of the class:
Practice writing various writing styles
Learn research-based analysis + essays
necessary in AP/IB tests, hs curriculum
Exposure to poetry through analysis + writing
Important for DSAT, AP/IB Lit
Practice narrative essays
Necessary for college applications
