writing

Schedule: Saturday, September 19 from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Register here: https://bit.ly/SNWPFALL2026

Ready to turn your experiences, ideas, and stories into a college application essay? College Essay Writing Workshop is an intensive one-day writing experience designed for current 10th, 11th, and 12th grade students who want to develop a strong, authentic personal essay for college and scholarship applications.

Students will begin by exploring possible topics drawn from their own lives and the Common Application essay prompts for the 2026–2027 application cycle. From there, they will experience the complete writing process: generating and developing ideas, drafting, receiving feedback, revising, and preparing a polished final draft. Throughout the day, students will work with instructors and peers to discover the stories, experiences, and personal perspectives that can make an application essay meaningful and memorable.

Before the workshop concludes, every student will share a portion of their writing with the group, giving them the opportunity to celebrate their progress and learn from the experiences of their fellow writers. Students should expect to leave with a developing college essay draft that, with some additional polishing, can be used for college or scholarship applications this year.

Location and Materials: The workshop takes place on the UNLV campus, and all writing materials are included.

Grade Levels: This summer camp is open to any student who is currently in grades 10, 11, and 12.

Lunch: Lunch is included in the cost of the workshop and will be provided in the UNLV Dining Commons. The Dining Commons is all-you-can-eat with a variety of dining options to choose from. Your student must be aware of any allergies and/or dietary concerns. We encourage students to ask the Dining Commons staff any questions they may have regarding the food options.

Cost: $80

Connect with us at: SNWP.org or https://www.facebook.com/SNWritingProject

If you wish to register more than one student, please complete a separate form for each student.

The Southern Nevada Writing Project is excited to announce our 2025 Fall Writing Camp series: Write Your Story: A Young Author’s Journey! This three-part workshop is designed for students in grades 5–8 who are ready to plan, write, and share the stories only they can tell. Whether your child dreams of novels, loves journaling, or wants to try something new, these sessions will guide them step by step through the writing process—from first idea to final spotlight.

Camp Options
Students may register for a single session or the full series for the complete writing journey.

✨ Session 1 – Story Blueprints: Planning the Novel Only You Can Tell
📅 Saturday, October 18, 2025 | ⏰ 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM | 💲 $75
Every great book starts with an idea! Students will discover what makes a story powerful, explore characters and settings, and map out their very own story plan—just in time for National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo).

✨ Session 2 – Show, Don’t Tell: Adding Details that Captivate Readers
📅 Saturday, November 15, 2025 | ⏰ 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM | 💲 $75
Bring stories to life! Students will learn how to write vivid scenes using dialogue, description, and sensory detail to create writing that shines.

✨ Session 3 – From Draft to Spotlight: Celebrating Your Writing
📅 Saturday, December 6, 2025 | ⏰ 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM | 💲 $75
Writing is meant to be shared. Students will polish their work, build confidence reading aloud, and showcase their writing at a family-and-friends celebration.

💡 Full Series Special: $200 for all three sessions.

Location: UNLV – 4505 S. Maryland Pkwy, Las Vegas, NV 89154

Who Can Join?
This camp is open to students entering grades 5–8.
High school students interested in volunteering as mentor writers can register HERE.

Why Join?
✔️ Build creativity and confidence through writing
✔️ Learn from expert educators and authors
✔️ Experience the college campus setting at UNLV
✔️ Develop story skills from brainstorm to book
✔️ Celebrate writing in a supportive community

Lunch Included
Each camp includes lunch at the UNLV Dining Commons, featuring all-you-can-eat options. Students should be aware of any allergies and dietary needs and are encouraged to ask staff questions about food choices.

How to Register
Secure your spot today!

ALL THREE SESSIONS:
👉 Click here to register for all three sessions (October 18, November 15, and December 6) for $200 .

INDIVIDUAL SESSIONS:

👉 Click here to register for the single session October 18 for $75.

👉 Click here to register for the single session November 15 for $75.

👉 Click here to register for the single session December 6 for $75.

If you wish to register more than one student, complete a separate form for each student.

Stay Connected
🌐 Visit us at SNWP.org
📘 Join our Facebook community: Southern Nevada Writing Project

For questions, email snwp1984@gmail.com.

We can’t wait to help you Write Your Story!