Writing Workshop

My Editor in Chief offers extensive research around college applications, helping you save time and energy so that you can focus on the most important piece of the process – you!

Workshops are limited to 18 participants. If a workshop is full upon registration, you will be placed on a waitlist and be given priority seating at a newly scheduled workshop. We highly recommend that participants complete the workshops in the order listed below.

Student Writing Workshop Sequence*

* My Editor in Chief reserves the right to extend all writing workshop programs for an additional one-half hour. Please plan for this time increase in case it is needed. My Editor in Chief reserves the right to offer workshops in different venues or change venues if necessary.

Workshop A | Conquering the College Application

A 2-hour workshop designed for Juniors and Seniors.  This seminar offers the best tools and advice for starting the process. My Editor in Chief has extensively researched the process, saving you precious time so that you can focus on the most important piece of the process – your input.

  • Planning timeline
  • Choosing a major & developing a college list
  • Identify impactful extra-curricular activities
  • Compile an impressive honors list
  • What to email your Admission Counselors
  • Test types and explanations
  • Personal statement & supplemental essays
  • Different types of deadlines
  • Tracking your application
  • Recommendation on best resources
  • Advice from local high school counselors and teachers

Please bring your high school credentials, a laptop for online work, and any list of activities, resume, or college essay drafts you have started.

Next Workshop:
August 5, 2023 @ 1-3pm
Brentwood Library

Workshop B | Rocking the Student Resume & Recs

A 2-hour workshop on developing a student resume and preparing to obtain the most meaningful letters of recommendation from your counselor, teachers, coaches, bosses, and mentors. My Editor in Chief consults with high school counselors to determine your best approach. Know what your advocates need from you to help them accurately & honestly write about you, your past performance, and future success. It’s a team effort! 

  • Guidance on activities list, honors, and achievements
  • Know the process you need to follow for developing a resume
  • Understand what sections to include on your resume
  • Choose the right format for your selections
  • Write an effective objective statement and mission statement
  • Know how to highlight hard and soft skills
  • Learn to be Common App Ready (Seniors)
  • Determine what materials advocates need
  • Devise a communication plan for engaging your advocates (emails, packets, follow-up strategy)

Please bring your high school credentials, a laptop for online work, and lists of activities or resume drafts you have started.

Next Workshop:
TBA