Creative writing high school club

How do I start a creative writing club in high school?

WHAT WE DO.
In our meetings we discuss writing and share resources, and exchange writing projects for group members to read and provide feedback..

How do I start a high school writing club?

Whether your group is newly formed, or perhaps it's been running for a while, here are some ideas that can help you inject creative energy.

1. Create the right atmosphere
2. Have an agenda
3. Start on time and end on time
4. Share the organising
5. Set stimulating exercises
6. Give honest feedback
7. Celebrate your successes

How do you lead a creative writing club?

You could free-write about the kinds of feedback that help you, what you like about each other's writing, your frustrations with the group, and your suggestions for improving the way the group works.
Spend a few minutes of each meeting practicing a new writing or editing technique you would like to explore..

What happens in a creative writing club?

Leadership Responsibilities

1. Communicate that writing groups are confidential
2. Communicate that membership is a privilege
3. Communicate that feedback is constructive
4. In meetings, ensure everyone has equal chance to speak
5. Take time regularly to listen to each member individually outside of the group