The conference will feature a combination of writing workshops and readings led by published mentors. This year we are pleased to offer mentorship by authors Colleen Michaels\, Kevin Carey\, and Ralph Sneeden. The workshop will culminate in a group reading of student work created during the two days. Participants can experiment with different styles of creative writing\, including poetry\, fiction\, and personal essay. Students will work both one-on-one and in small groups with their mentor.
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\nWhen: \; January 31 &\; February 1\, 2020
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\nWhere: \;Waring School\, Beverly\, MA - \;Directions
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\nOpen to: \;High school students of the greater Boston area
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\nTransportation: \;Waring will provide transportation to and from Beverly Depot Station for attendees taking the commuter rail. Contact Sarah Carlson-Lier at \;scarlsonlier@waringschool.org \;to organize pickup and drop-off times.
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\nDescription: \;The North Shore Young Writers Conference is an opportunity for students to unplug from social media and online distractions to participate in two days of intensive writing with like-minded peers. Award-winning authors will mentor students\, give advice\, and lead workshops as well as share their own writing with the group. \;Click here to view this year'\;s schedule. Lunch and a light breakfast will be provided both days. \;
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\nCost:
Scholarships: \;Waring School is committed to making the workshop affordable for as many writers as possible. Contact Sarah Carlson-Lier at \;scarlsonlier@waringschool.org \;for scholarship information. \;
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