Inspiring Writers: Informative and Narrative Essays

Join us for an immersive workshop where we merge the transformative techniques from The Writing Revolution into crafting compelling informative and narrative essays. Through hands-on activities, collaborative discussions, and practical application, participants will learn how to enhance their writing instruction and empower students to excel in both informative and narrative writing.

Workshop Agenda:

• Understanding the structure and components of informative essays.
• Exploring techniques for crafting clear and concise informative writing.
• Analyzing mentor texts to identify effective strategies for informative essays.

• Applying Writing Revolution techniques to narrative writing.
• Unpacking the elements of narrative essays, including character development, plot structure, and setting.
• Integrating narrative techniques such as dialogue, sensory details, and figurative language.
• Developing engaging narrative prompts and story ideas.

Join us for a day of exploration, experimentation, and empowerment as we revolutionize our approach to teaching informative and narrative essays!

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ESC and CIESC Member Discounts

Is your school district a member of CIESC or another ESC in Indiana? You can register at a discounted price! Check the link below to verify your school district's ESC member status. Once ready you will click the registration option for an ESC Member District or CIESC Member District to receive the discount.

Are you a CIESC Member and have Member Credits to use or questions about Member Credits? Please reach out to Elizabeth Johnson [email protected].

Please note, you must use your school email address to receive the discounted ticket price.

Unsure if your school district is part of an ESC?

Check this spreadsheet to see if your school is listed!

Pay via Invoice

If you need to pay for your registration via invoice, you may do so by selecting your ticket and then choosing the invoice option at check out.

Cancellation Policy - Cancellations made before the payment settles (usually within 24 hours) will be 100% refunded. Cancellations made 7 calendar days or more in advance of the event date, will receive a 90% refund. Cancellations made less than 7 days of the event will receive a 75% refund.

Please note this event will be held in person. In the case of unforeseen circumstances (such as inclement weather or situations beyond our control), alternative arrangements will be considered. Thank you for your understanding and enthusiasm for our commitment to in-person engagement.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Central Indiana Educational Service Center, 3500 Depauw Boulevard, Indianapolis, United States