Dive into an enlightening conversation between Calli Birch and Julie Ross as they unveil the secrets to nurturing young minds in the realm of English education. From fostering creativity to instilling critical thinking skills, they discuss the art of guiding students through the messy drafting stages and encouraging them to ask probing questions. Calli Birch shares insights into her diverse teaching programs, spanning live classes, e-courses, and specialized workshops like the senior college application essay boot camp. Together, they emphasize the importance of creating a supportive learning environment where students feel empowered to express their ideas confidently and engage in meaningful discussions. Join them on a journey to revolutionize English education and equip students with the tools to thrive academically and beyond.

With 12 years of classroom experience & a MA in literature, Calli Birch delights in discovering the beauty & truth hidden within a really good story. She loves the challenge of digging for such treasure in literature and leading novice explorers on their own literary adventures. Calli has taught secondary English in London, England (in a British school), Texas, and Arkansas—mostly in top preparatory schools. She now home educates her tween and teen while teaching other home-scholars in her Storyweaver courses.

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