This is a LIVE online course that will be held at the date/time listed. Participants must provide an email to receive the class log-in information. Please contact Amanda with questions (amanda.cambronne@isd194.org). This intensive course provides a schedule of crafting a novel from start to finish, which you can finish in as little as 90 days! This class will also help you stay motivated throughout the journey. You will learn how to: select your novel genre and develop a compelling premise create multidimensional characters and immersive settings craft a detailed plot outline manage your time to keep your writing flow consistent combat common roadblocks including writer’s block master the art of self-editing: refining your plot, and fixing pacing, dialogue, and characterization problems. receive constructive criticism from beta readers

This is a LIVE online course that will be held at the date/time listed. Participants must provide an email to receive the class log-in information. Please contact Amanda with questions (amanda.cambronne@isd194.org). Step into the magical world of children’s and YA literature—and learn how to captivate young readers like a pro! This dynamic class dives deep into the hottest market trends, age-smart storytelling techniques, and unforgettable character creation that speaks directly to kids and teens. You’ll also get insider tips on crafting submissions that grab the attention of kid-lit magazines and publishers. Whether you’re dreaming of picture books or YA novels, this is your launchpad to creating stories that kids won’t put down. The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a former journalist, current author and editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class

This is a LIVE online course that will be held at the date/time listed. Participants must provide an email to receive the class log-in information. Please contact Amanda with questions (amanda.cambronne@isd194.org). You don’t need a journalism degree or previously published articles to write for online blogs, magazines, and websites. Some opportunities offer exposure, while many pay well -- $1 a word and more. In this fast-paced session, you will learn how to: find more than 1,000 opportunities that pay, find story ideas, conduct interviews and find sources, protect your copyright, create query letters, use this credibility to sell other articles or even your self-published novel, and even how you can create your own blog and monetize it!

Grades 1-5 (Fall 2026) Do you love the zoo? Like to draw and sculpt animals? Want to learn fun facts about your favorite zoo animals? If your answer is yes, then this is the camp for you. Create oil pastel fish, draw an otter, and use clay to sculpt a pig and a bear and more. Create amazing pieces of art while having big fun. It is sure to be a good time. This is a “Pay Later” course! That means, you can register for this class and reserve your spot without paying today. Approximately one week before class (as indicated upon registration) the class will automatically be charged to your saved payment method. You can also choose to fully pay ahead of time. Please reach out with any questions you have, 952-232-2150.