Surrealist Writing Workshop
June 23-27, 2025
1:00 – 3:00 PM PST
for students 11-13 years old
SPACE IS LIMITED
TO 4 STUDENTS
Location: Zoom
Tuition: $500
Surrealist Writing Workshop is designed for students with an interest in creative writing, although no experience is required. For reluctant writers, or for those who want support in academic writing, contact Sam Prestianni directly for 1:1 tutoring opportunities.
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An inspiring, imagination-expanding workshop for a small group of young writers to explore the following writing practices:
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Imagery association activities
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Interactive word games and language play
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Dynamic visual brainstorming, critical-thinking, and collaborative problem-solving techniques
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Multiple strategies for close-reading of literary texts and multimedia analysis
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Exploration of a range of poetry and short fiction writing styles
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Identification and effective application of literary devices (e.g., alliteration, figurative language, symbolism)
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Step-by-step writing and revision processes
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Individualized instructor feedback
Course Benefits:
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Very small class size limited to four students
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Dynamic and convenient online classes (live on Zoom)
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Custom-designed multimedia curriculum
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Fun, challenging, wide-ranging assignments
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Differentiated instruction to meet individual creative, academic, and SEL needs
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Publishing tips and resources available for interested students
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Opportunity to work with 21st Century Learning founder, Sam Prestianni, a widely published local writer and veteran Humanities educator
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Meet Your Instructor
Sam Prestianni is a widely published writer/editor (SFWeekly, New York Press, Jazziz, and elsewhere) and veteran Humanities educator who has taught writing for nearly three decades in Bay Area independent schools, including, most recently, Marin Horizon in Mill Valley. In 2021, he founded 21st Century Learning, an online platform that provides students of all ages uplifting education and personal growth experiences that transcend the traditional classroom. He's a Language Arts, Humanities, and SEL Development curriculum specialist. His individualized workshops and 1:1 courses include Creative Writing, Expository Writing, Songwriting, College/HS Application Essay Prep, Executive Function, and Media Literacy. A complete bio may be found here.