A student’s first assignment at Writing Symphony isn’t an essay, a paragraph, or a story. We start with outlining.

Discover how Real-Time Editing sets Writing Symphony apart. Our teachers review homework live in class, giving students immediate, personalized feedback that builds true writing confidence and lasting skills.

Summer is a great time to unwind and take a break from the school routine, but it’s also an opportunity to keep important academic skills fresh. Writing especially benefits from regular practice and creative thinking. With just a bit of writing each week, students can head into the new school year feeling confident and ready to succeed.

There is no doubt that great writing instruction starts with great teachers. That’s why we’re deeply selective in our hiring process and only bring on educators with the qualifications, experience, and passion to help students thrive.

If you’re wondering what sets our teachers apart from those at other writing programs or tutoring services, here’s what you should know.

Writing Symphony offers both small group and one-on-one writing classes. Each format provides valuable support and instruction, but the right fit often depends on your student’s learning style, personality, and goals.

Creativity and strong writing skills go hand in hand. Our Specialty Writing Workshops give students the tools they need to express themselves with clarity, imagination, and confidence.

Whether your student loves storytelling, wants to build fantasy worlds, or simply needs a new way to explore writing, our workshops offer a fun and supportive environment to grow.

Our high school essay courses help students build strong academic writing skills for high school and college success. Students can choose from classes focused on writing a college essay, literary analysis, argumentative essay, or research paper. Each course provides step-by-step instruction, personalized feedback, and proven strategies to improve clarity, structure, and confidence in writing.

Overture is our final grade-level course before students enter high school essay classes. It helps students strengthen academic writing through structured essay practice and workshop-style learning. With a focus on informative and persuasive writing, students gain experience in research, citation, organization, and revision while preparing for high school-level coursework.

The Andante level helps seventh graders build advanced academic writing skills through structured essays, personal narratives, and literary analysis. With a focus on outlining, thesis writing, and textual support, this course prepares students for high school success.

Allegro helps sixth graders transition from strong paragraph writing to organized essays, building essential skills in grammar, outlining, and literary analysis. This course prepares students for the more advanced writing they will encounter in middle school and beyond.

Echo is our fifth grade writing course designed to strengthen students’ writing skills through structured lessons, source-based writing, and grammar support. With a focus on planning, paragraph structure, and vocabulary development, Echo builds the foundation for strong academic writing while encouraging creativity and confidence.

The fourth grade marks a significant turning point in a student's writing development. In Forte, our fourth-grade course, students focus on refining their ability to express ideas clearly and effectively using the Writing Symphony methodology. This course emphasizes descriptive sentence structure, advanced vocabulary choices, and critical thinking to strengthen their writing skills.

Developing strong writing skills begins with structured practice in outlining, note-taking, and sentence construction. The Largo course guides third-grade students through these essential techniques, helping them engage with both nonfiction and fiction texts while refining their ability to summarize and organize information. With integrated vocabulary and grammar practice, students will strengthen their writing style, enhance their critical thinking skills, and build confidence in their writing ability.

Writing Symphony strives to equip students with the skills they need to become confident and capable writers. Our Harmony level, designed for second-grade students, introduces young learners to structured writing techniques, helping them develop essential skills in outlining, note-taking, and sentence construction. Through engaging lessons that build on reading comprehension, vocabulary, and grammar, students will gain the tools they need to think critically and express their ideas effectively.

At Writing Symphony, we are committed to providing high-quality educational support to students of all ages. One of our grade-level courses, Tempo, is specially designed for first-grade students who are beginning to develop their reading and writing skills. This engaging course is built to support young learners in building a strong foundation in both reading and writing, preparing them for future academic success.

Repetition is key to mastering writing, just as it is in learning the alphabet, playing an instrument, or excelling in sports. Writing requires consistent practice, and our curriculum is designed to reinforce essential skills like outlining, summarizing, and sentence structure at every level. Homework is structured to be completed in short, daily increments, helping students develop time management skills and avoid feeling overwhelmed. Through this approach, students gain confidence, refine their abilities, and become lifelong writers.

Writing in early elementary school is more than learning to form letters and words—it’s the foundation for a lifetime of learning. When young students are introduced to structured writing practices early on, they develop crucial skills that support future academic success, critical thinking, and communication.

At Writing Symphony, we believe reading and writing are two sides of the same coin. When students engage in both activities, they develop critical thinking, expand their vocabulary, and strengthen their language arts skills. This dynamic duo is essential at all grade levels, laying the foundation for academic success and lifelong learning.

Student motivation is often a complex challenge for educators and parents alike. Andrew Pudewa, founder of the Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW), offers a valuable framework for understanding and fostering student motivation. His insights highlight the importance of creating intrinsic and inspired motivation, emphasizing the role of positive encouragement and real-world purpose in the learning process.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming education, offering exciting new research and idea generation tools. At Writing Symphony, we recognize AI's potential to support students in their writing journey. However, it’s essential to use AI responsibly—not as a shortcut but as a source of inspiration and information.

Adolescence is a pivotal and often challenging time, marked by rapid changes and new experiences. One of this journey's most significant—and complex—is navigating social media. Middle school teachers and parents face a daunting task: guiding students through the opportunities and pitfalls of digital communication. At Writing Symphony, we believe that when approached with intention, social media offers valuable teaching moments that can shape students into responsible, thoughtful communicators.

Note-taking is a foundational skill that lays the groundwork for strong writing. Writing Symphony uses the OFF (Outline of Focus Facts) method to help students select keywords, create effective outlines, and develop polished papers. This step-by-step process transforms how students engage with information, building essential skills for lifelong learning.

Great writing is more than just good ideas—it’s about presenting them dynamically through varied sentence structures, enriched vocabulary, and creative literary devices. Writing Symphony equips students with these essential tools, teaching them to create rhythm, captivate readers, and express ideas vividly. At Writing Symphony, we teach students how to master these skills, helping them express their thoughts more effectively and creatively.

Critiques and report writing help develop critical thinking and clear communication, essential for academic and professional success. The Writing Symphony approach supports students in mastering these skills through structured exercises and personalized feedback, building confidence in their writing.

Short story writing engages students' creativity, allowing them to express their thoughts, explore emotions, and build empathy through character development. This process nurtures their imaginative thinking while strengthening their writing skills.

At Writing Symphony, we believe that both creative and academic writing play vital roles in a student’s development. Writing a short story and crafting a well-structured essay may seem like different tasks, but both share essential elements that foster critical thinking, organization, and communication skills. Let’s explore how our programs guide students through these processes and why each is important.

In today’s fast-paced world, strong writing skills are more than just a school requirement—they're a foundation for critical thinking and lifelong success. At Writing Symphony, we believe that teaching children to write effectively doesn’t just build good sentences; it shapes thoughtful, confident individuals prepared to engage with the world around them.

A genuine interest in writing is a powerful motivator for continuous improvement.

In today's classrooms, many students are left without the individual guidance they need to master the subjective thinking skills for writing.

With class sizes growing larger and larger, teachers often can only provide rubrics that outline what to write rather than teaching students how to write effectively.

The COVID-19 pandemic brought online learning to the forefront of educational discussions and research. Some students found great success with online learning and others struggled. However, many parents and students have found that, even if they prefer in-person daily learning, online supplemental education courses provide students with a broader selection of learning opportunities. Primarily, there are three types of online courses that are available: pre-recorded, private, and small group lessons. Although I have had the privilege of being either a student or teacher for each of these categories and hope to shed insight based on my experiences, I can say that the small group lessons are most beneficial to both students and teachers.

Poetry is often tainted by memories of school assignments focused on dissecting poems for figures of speech, word choice, and meaning. The over-analysis of a poem doesn’t do much to spark joy for the reader. As a result of this over-analysis, many children and adults are missing out on the beauty and wonder of words that can be discovered through reading poems. Poems are often looked upon by teachers and students as another standard to be mastered in the classroom when, instead, they should be seen as a feast for the senses, a path to deeper understanding about a topic, and a way to experience life through a different lens.

Similar to learning a to play a musical instrument, writing is a skill that needs to be practiced on a regular basis. However, children often struggle to see how writing skills apply to their life outside of school and, therefore, do not see a long-term benefit to becoming a good writer. It is up to teachers and parents to find ways to apply writing skills outside of the classroom. This week's blog investigates one way that writing can be practiced through a real-world application.

Early on in my teaching career, I realized the need for regular writing practice for many of my students, regardless of what grade level I was teaching. When essay assignments were given, I could clearly see that the foundations of writing were missing. Students struggled not only with sentence structure, word choices, and knowledge of basic grammar but also finding the confidence to start writing. Unfortunately, district curriculum requirements forced me to focus on other subjects with little time in my teaching day to focus on writing. The curriculum was lacking in the schools and the grade levels I taught. This week's blog details how Writing Symphony has grwon from my dining room table to the international company it is today.

November is National Novel Writing Month, and, for budding authors across the country, that means participating in NaNoWriMo, which is a yearly challenge to write an entire novel (50,000+ words) in the month of November. Though it may seem like an insurmountable challenge, following the steps in this week's blog will help you get started on the path to success!

Have you ever thought about all of the careers that rely on engaging, high-quality writing skills to succeed? Real Estate Agents must be confident, competent, and courageous writers in order to create listings that appeal to potential buyers. Read this week's blog to find out how writing skills are applied in real estate and how they might be applied in your career.

Want to experience a Writing Symphony class before registering? Have questions about our curriculum, classroom, and the student experience? The best way to have your questions about Writing Symphony's courses answered is to attend a Trial Class! Read this week's blog to learn more about why you should take a Trial Class with Writing Symphony's founder.

Balanced Literacy is a curriculum approach that allows students to grow in speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills throughout each lesson. Writing Symphony uses a Balanced LIteracy curriculum for all courses so students have opportunities to grow in all aspects of literacy and communication.

The COVID-19 pandemic changed the way we look at learning environments and how students learn. Did it change the way we help our children find the right study environment for themselves?