A week for enthusiastic writers entering grades 3–7 to develop personal creativity, practice key writing strategies, and express themselves in a friendly and supportive summer camp atmosphere!

What instruction will students receive in these small classes?

• Learn effective writing strategies for different genres
• Learn how to give helpful peer feedback
• Experience revising as a practical activity
• Analyze model texts for exemplary structure and expression
• Receive positive teacher coaching
• Try new forms of publishing

Grade levels: 3–7th grade

Date: July 22–26, Monday–Friday

Time: 9:00 AM–2:30 PM

Location: Cumberland Elementary School, 824 Cumberland Drive, Sunnyvale CA 94087 (map)

What is Young Authors' Institute?

A week–long intensive program for passionate writers in grades 5–9 who would like to focus on specific, non- academic genres and develop skills in a writing studio environment. Classes are held at San José State University.

What kind of instruction will students have over the course of the week?

• Focused, creative writing time working in small classes that concentrate on a specific genre
• Refining craft with top instructors who teach key skills for creative and academic writing
• Helpful feedback and peer support for the writing process
• Time to practice development of personal expression and revision strategies
• Learn and use tips for success in school writing and real world applications

Grade levels: 5–9th grade

Date: July 29–August 2, Monday–Friday

Time: 9:00 AM–2:30 PM

Location: San José State University

• Cost:
• $330 per individual for one week
• Enroll for both weeks for only $600).
• Returning camper early registration (before April 30, 2013): $300 per individual per week.
• Two week and sibling registration price: $300 per individual per week.
• Need–based financial assistance is available.
• Discounts available for returning campers, early registration (before April 30, 2013), and sibling registrations.
• Registration closes May 31st, 2013.
• For more information about these programs, please e-mail Alexis Doucette, Camp Director at SJAWPcamp@gmail.com.
• Questions regarding registration or payment: please call 408-924-4412.

YWA and YAI programs are supported and approved by the Santa Clara County Office of Education. The San Jose Area Writing Project is a National Writing Project sponsored initiative and a not–for–profit 503(b) institution. Minimum enrollment of 10 students per class to create new classes.