YWC

Young Writers' Camp (YWC)

Basic Information | Programs this Summer

The San Diego Area Writing Project offers a variety of opportunities for students to grow and build self-confidence in their writing abilities. Our summer Young Writers' Camp (YWC) programs range from creative writing to improving analytic writing and writing the college admission essay.

Teachers working with San Diego Area Writing Project share the belief that writing is a process. Young Writers' Camp engages students in that process and allows them to discover their own style, voice and potential. Our goal is that each young writer, regardless of skill level, has the time and space to experiment in a variety of genres while developing creativity and confidence.

"Each day our daughter came home she was eager to share what she had done at camp. She would often, out of the blue, just share her thoughts for her next story or poem. She had a wonderful time."

"Our son had an excellent experience at camp. He has learned to express his inner thoughts and developed his writing skills. It is a joy to see this ... thank you!"

Basic Information

WHAT is Young Writers' Camp?

Young Writer's Camp is a ten-day summer program that inspires creative thinking and writing. Students explore writing styles and methods of self-expression with new friends.

Participating Young Writers:

are challenged to grow and build self-confidence as writers.
write in an environment designed to inspire creativity.
receive individual attention in small groups from SDAWP writing teachers.
meet and share writing in a multi-age classroom with young writers from throughout the county.
engage in process writing: drafting, writing, revising, editing and publishing.
publish and receive an anthology, including writing from each camper.
develop writing skills as tools for self-expression.

WHO should attend?

Students of any writing ability who will be in grades 3-10 in the Fall.

WHERE will camp be held?

In classrooms on the scenic campus at UC San Diego or at our North County satellite location at Cardiff School.

WHEN will camp be held?

July 22 - August 2, 2013 • UCSD (Grades 3-10)

HOW do I register my child?

Applications are available in early April. Registration is by mail only. To request information please email us at sdawp@ucsd.edu.

The San Diego Area Writing Project at UCSD recognizes that writing is a catalyst for the broad expression of ideas and opinions. We consider written expression by participants in our programs to be an opportunity for further dialogue and discussion. Teachers facilitating our programs make every effort to provide an environment that allows for all opinions and ideas to be shared, within the context of appropriate audience.

HOW MUCH does camp cost?

The 10-day camp program costs $300.00, which includes a $50 nonrefundable processing fee due at time of registration.

Are there SCHOLARSHIPS available for camp?

A limited number of scholarships are available. The 2013 Financial Need-Based Scholarship Application will be available in April. Submission deadline is June 1.