Writing
Writers’ Room
Writers’ Room
Become a skilled writer and confident communicator in our Writers’ Room!
Grupology teaches writing using a process-based approach. From brainstorming to outlining, proofreading to revising, students will learn the steps and skills every strong writer needs. Using graphic organizers, writing exercises and personalized feedback, Grupology meets students where they are and nurtures their growth into confident writers.
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Class Descriptions:
Grupology writing classes are deliberately designed as a progression. We are thoughtful about building the skills and strategies necessary to become a strong writer.
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Creative Writing
3th–5th Grade
Build and foster passion for writing while strengthening academic skills through creative writing. Students will practice composing complete and grammatically correct sentences through journaling, letter writing, literary devices, and crafting short stories.
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Perfect Paragraphs
4th–5th Grade
Learn how to write a perfect paragraph. Students will practice the steps and skills to craft a topic sentence, supporting evidence and a concluding sentence.
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Intro to Essays
4th–6th Grade
Take your strong sentences and perfect paragraphs and turn them into a whole essay! From brainstorming and outlining to revisions and edits, students will become comfortable with the essay writing process.
Prerequisite: Perfect Paragraphs
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Intro to Essays 2
5th–7th Grade
Students will continue to build confidence and fluency in the essay writing process at a more advanced pace. Refine your ability to outline, write, revise and edit essays.
Prerequisite: Intro to Essays
Currently available through Private Instruction
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Academic Essays
6th–8th Grade
Learn to write a five-paragraph literary analysis essay. After reading novels and short stories, students will be able to make a claim and support it with direct evidence from the text.
Prerequisite: Intro to Essays 2
Currently available through Private Instruction
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Dynamic Reading & Writing
6th–8th Grade
Read a variety of challenging texts that include classic and contemporary literary fiction, satire, memoir, editorial, poetry, and more. After an in-depth discussion, craft a thoughtful and technically proficient essay.
Prequisite: Intro to Essays 2
Academic Calendars:
2025–26 Schedule:
| Second Semester 2025/26 | Creative Writing (3rd–5th grade) In-Person @ Grupology HQ |
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Tuesdays 5:00–6:00pm
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1/6/26 – 5/19/26 |
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Thursdays 5:05–6:05pm
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1/8/26 – 5/21/26 | Perfect Paragraphs (4th–5th grade) In-Person @ Grupology HQ |
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Tuesdays 5:05–6:05pm
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1/6/26 – 5/19/26 |
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Thursdays 4:00–5:00pm
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1/8/26 – 5/21/26 | Intro to Essays (4th–6th grade) In-Person @ Grupology HQ |
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Tuesdays 4:00–5:00pm
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1/6/26 – 5/19/26 |
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Thursdays 5:05–6:05pm
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1/8/26 – 5/21/26 | Dynamic Reading & Writing (6th–8th grade) In-Person @ Grupology HQ |
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Mondays 5:00–6:00pm
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1/5/26 – 5/18/26 |
FAQ:
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Registration links for the 2nd semester will be live on the website November 24th. Spaces are limited and subject to availability.
For students who do not have the prerequisite, please request assessment. Grupology will ask for writing sample(s) and provide your child with a brief writing prompt to confirm class placement. Students are placed in the class best suited to develop their writing skills. Final placement decisions are at the discretion of Grupology.
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Total tuition of $1,440 for the Spring semester is paid on 1/2/26.
A non-refundable $100 deposit will be applied toward your tuition to secure your enrollment.
If you cancel before the semester starts, we will issue a full refund less the non-refundable deposit.
If you cancel within the first three classes of the semester, you will be refunded the prorated tuition for the remaining classes.
If you cancel after the third class of the semester, you will be refunded 50% of the prorated tuition for the remaining classes.
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Please refer to the academic calendar for class dates including holidays. We do not provide make-up classes. Should students miss a class, they will receive a message regarding the assignment.
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Each lesson is reinforced with weekly homework. Homework consists of revising, editing, and completion of classwork. For specific writing questions, students are encouraged to email info@grupology.com.
Students who want additional writing instruction and support may also explore our tutoring offerings.
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Our educators will provide a progress update. Parents may contact the educator for feedback or discussion. Real-time feedback can be found by reviewing your child’s working document.
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Please partner with Grupology to ensure your child is ready to learn. Students should respectfully engage with their peers, be attentive during instruction, complete their work on time, keep materials organized and communicate with our educators.
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Transfer to another class mid-semester is subject to availability and an administrative fee of $25 per transfer.
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We are called “Grupology” because we believe in the power of learning in a group.
All individuals, students and staff are expected to treat everyone with respect.
Verbal harassment, violent language or intimidating behavior will not be tolerated.
Should a student be dismissed for disciplinary reasons, refunds will be provided according to the cancellation policy. Grupology retains the right to dismiss students at our discretion.