Workshops
Our online workshops provide parents with an accessible way to boost their child’s learning beyond the classroom. By focusing on key concepts, these sessions help students excel in writing, grammar, and more, complementing their educational journey.
Sign up for one of our upcoming online workshops!
Upcoming Workshops
Mastering Sentence Structure—Run-Ons and Comma Splices (Grades 4-8)
Tired of run-on sentences sabotaging your writing? This workshop teaches students to spot and fix run-ons and comma splices, creating polished, readable prose. Participants will leave with practical strategies for sentence-level precision.
Workshop fee: $40 per student
Raising Thinkers: Why Your Child Needs Logic & Argumentation (Parents Only)
In this free parent-focused workshop, parents will discover how structured logic training helps children develop crucial reasoning skills for academic success, confident communication, and lifelong learning. Explore why logic and argument matter, and see how clear thinking and persuasive arguments can boost your child’s intellectual growth and writing skills. This session offers a sneak peek at our upcoming summer/fall course, designed to empower young minds with the tools they need to thrive. Reserve your spot and learn how to support your child’s journey toward stronger logic and argumentation skills.
Connecting Ideas with Confidence (Grades 5+)
Writers use conjunctions to build more complex and sophisticated sentences—but not all conjunctions function the same way. In this workshop, students will learn the difference between subordinating and coordinating conjunctions and practice using them to join ideas effectively. Ideal for students who are ready to move beyond simple sentences and elevate the structure of their writing.
Workshop fee: $40
Smart Word Choice: Using a Thesaurus Well (Grades 3+)
A thesaurus is a powerful writing tool—but only if students know how to use it wisely. In this workshop, students will learn how to find appropriate synonyms, avoid common missteps, and improve word choice while keeping their writing natural and clear. We’ll work through guided exercises that help students express ideas more precisely and expand their vocabulary with purpose.
Workshop fee: $40
Shaping Strong Paragraphs: Topic and Concluding Sentences (Grades 4+)
Strong paragraphs begin and end with intention. This workshop helps students craft topic sentences that introduce their main idea clearly and clincher sentences that wrap up their thinking with confidence. Students will practice writing well-structured paragraphs and receive personalized feedback to strengthen their paragraph writing in all subjects.
Workshop fee: $40
Grammar Foundations: The Building Blocks of Language (Grades 3-5)
Refresh your child’s grasp of grammar basics in this interactive workshop. We’ll cover the eight parts of speech and provide plenty of practice to build a strong language foundation. By the end, students will have bolstered their grammatical toolkits, preparing them for success in any writing task.
Workshop fee: $40 per student
Seamless Writing: Connecting Your Ideas with Transitions
Elevate your writing by learning to guide readers smoothly from one idea to the next. We’ll explore transition words and phrases that create a cohesive flow and enhance readability. Students will practice crafting paragraphs that feel natural and persuasive.
Strengthening Writing: Avoiding Filler Words & Using a Thesaurus
Give your writing more impact by cutting out fluff and choosing stronger words. We’ll reveal common filler words that dilute meaning and show how to replace them using a thesaurus. Students will learn to craft concise, dynamic sentences that hold a reader’s attention.
Avoiding Plagiarism: Essential Skills for Original Writing
Equip your child with the tools to credit sources correctly and maintain academic integrity. We’ll demystify paraphrasing, quoting, and citation formats to help students avoid accidental plagiarism. By the end, participants will confidently produce original work that meets scholarly standards.
Keys to Success: Mastering Digital Writing
Move from paper to keyboard with ease by learning Google Docs essentials and MLA formatting. This workshop teaches the fundamentals needed for digital assignments, from document setup to submission-ready text. Students will complete the session ready to type, format, and organize their work effectively.
Grammar Foundations Part Two
Continue building on the fundamentals with deeper grammar practice and application. We’ll reinforce the eight parts of speech and introduce more advanced usage tips. By the end, students will write with precision and gain further confidence in their language skills.
Grammar Foundations Part One
Refresh your child’s grasp of grammar basics in this interactive workshop. We’ll cover the eight parts of speech and provide plenty of practice to build a strong language foundation. By the end, students will write with greater clarity and confidence.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Each workshop session is generally $40, with any additional details listed in the individual workshop’s description.
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We provide session recordings to students who cannot attend live. You’ll receive a link to catch up on your own schedule and we will be happy to answer any questions via email.
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All workshop fees are nonrefundable so we kindly ask families not to sign up until they are certain their child can attend! However, if extenuating circumstances arise, please contact us at info@rosewritingcenter.com to discuss options.
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Our instructors are part of the Rose Writing Center team, each experienced in teaching students of various ages. Workshop groups typically include up to 8 students, ensuring personalized attention.
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If you have additional questions, feel free to email us directly at info@rosewritingcenter.com.