Inspire 2026: Professional Writing for High School and Beyond (June 22- June 26)

This class will guide you through essential techniques for creating and preparing documents that you may encounter in your future careers and practical life. Each day will focus on different real-world writing tasks such as resume and cover letters, email etiquette, STEAM writing, personal statements, and understanding responsible usage of AI across disciplines and while writing.

Students will explore writing across disciplines through interactive writing tasks in order to develop a strong understanding of the power of written communication. Students will leave with a broad exploration of practical writing, and a writing portfolio with templates and examples which they can refer to and utilize as they embark on their journey through and beyond high school.   

Through a mix of lectures, discussions, and workshops, you’ll learn to ask questions, deconstruct tasks, brainstorm effectively, and explore what subject areas interest you the most. No matter what you choose to do in life, it will involve writing!

Key Takeaways 

• Professional email example  

• Cover letter example/template  

• Resume template and draft of your own 

• Personal bio example and draft of your own 

• Completed Supplemental practice write examples 

• Draft peer and teacher reviewed personal statement/essay 

This course will meet daily Monday-Friday from 1:00 -3:00PM ET and requires an internet connection and access to Zoom. The instructor will have 1:1 sessions with each student to offer personal feedback.

Refund Policy: Registrants are eligible for a refund until 60 days from the program start. Please note that a $150 administrative fee will be retained to cover the costs associated with application review and the admissions process. No refunds will be available after 60 days from the program start. To cancel your registration and request a refund, please contact inspire.northern@virginia.edu.