Writers' Workshop

Passing this along from Patty Schmid.......

Hi!  I wanted to let you know about this Writers’ Workshop. Mrs. Kathleen Fitzgerald is the teacher.  She taught in Tolland for many years and my daughter Ashely was in her class for 1^st and 2^nd grade.  She is wonderful.  She is no longer teaching in the public school system and has a heart to help homeschooling moms and kids.  This past spring she did a writers’ workshop and we are hoping to expand it to more children this fall. If you are interested in these classes please email me.  Below is the schedule and a letter to parents from Mrs. Fitzgerald.

Thank you,

Patty Schmid

860-870-4073
patty.schmid@propark.com 

  Writers’ Workshop            

The Write Connection

Here is the schedule for the fall session:

11:00 am – 12:00 noon          1^st and 2^nd grade

12:30 pm – 1:45 pm              3^rd and 4^th grade

2:00 pm – 3:15 pm                5^th and 6^th grade

Classes will be held at

The Church of the Living God 

199 Deming Street

Manchester Ct.

Introductory meeting on Thursday September 9th

 Dear Parents:

          “Are you looking for a way improve or inspire your child in writing?”

          I may have the key to helping your child succeed in writing! Starting with the first squiggles that then become letters of the alphabet-writing begins!  Parents cheer on and celebrate each baby step to becoming a fluent writer.  Writing becomes important in assessment to demonstrate understanding, put thoughts together and answer questions in the written form.

          Writing throughout his/her education will be one piece of the puzzle that helps decide if a child is competent or not for the next grade. Writing measures growth! 

          Whether it’s a college application, a job application, a business or friendly letter, writing skills are necessary to promote, persuade, and/or organize our ideas and qualifications.  Writing is a life skill that will carry you forward, demonstrate academic strength and will be a reflection on a student’s education.

          There is a very strong connection between reading and writing! Reading makes us better writers and writing makes us better readers.

          I would love the opportunity to set up class times for small group instruction in the many areas of writing. I have taught for 16 years in grades K-6^th and have had extensive training in teaching students to write.  I group children by grade level and like to meet once per week in the Church of the Living God classroom.  I have completed a mini workshop from April –May to give some parents in your community a sample of the types of classes and skills I could offer.  Now is the best time to set up a schedule before art, gymnastics, piano, and other activities are chosen for the fall. Please don't hesitate to email me if you have any questions. 

Kathleen Fitzgerald
knfitzgerald23@gmail.com