Writing Apprenticeship: Cultivate Strong Writers in Every Discipline

For middle school and high school educators

Help your middle and high school students become confident, skilled writers. Writing Apprenticeship is a 3-day professional learning program that transforms how you teach writing in the disciplines. 

What You’ll Learn

  • Model discipline-specific writing skills for your students 
  • Build supportive classroom environments where students develop deep writing capacities 
  • Guide students through the writing process with effective strategies 
  • Help students use literacy as a powerful tool for their own goals 

Course Format

Three full-day (6-hour) in-person sessions where you’ll: 

  • Experience extended writing exercises yourself 
  • Collaborate and reflect with fellow teachers 
  • Practice classroom strategies you can implement immediately 
  • Build a supportive professional community 

Cost & Resources

Fee: $1,750 

Need funding approval? Use our template letter (.docx) for district personnel. 

Refunds: Full refunds available up to 2 weeks before the course starts, and 50 percent refunds within 2 weeks of start date. WestEd may cancel or reschedule sessions with prompt notification. 

Included: 

  • All course materials and professional readings 
  • Classroom implementation resources  

Questions? Contact Us