Fall Creative Writing Workshop - Kingswood Oxford
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Fall Creative Writing Workshop

Creative Writing Workshop Fall 2026

SIX-Week Series

 

For students in grades 5-8

 

When: Thursdays from 5:30-6:30 p.m.

 

Dates: 11/5, 11/12, 11/19, 12/3, 12/10, and 12/17. 

 

Location: Kingswood Oxford Community Commons Library Classroom 170 Kingswood Rd, West Hartford, CT 06119

 

Class Fee: $270

 

 

 

 

“Really impressed by the considerations put into making it a safe space for kids to be creative and free with their writing! Getting to hear all the kids read their work was awesome. Our daughter loved her experience. Thank you!”

 

 

-Camp KO Parent

 

 

 

 

Program Information: 

 

Whether you already love to write or just have ideas you’d like to get on the page, this six-week Creative Writing Workshop is a place to experiment, create, and have fun with words.

 

Each week, writers will explore a different way to bring their ideas to life—from creating vivid similes and metaphors to writing realistic dialogue, experimenting with poetry, and turning personal experiences into compelling stories. Some writing will be individual, some collaborative, and there will always be room for students to follow their own creative direction.

 

Week 1 – Finding Inspiration
Discover how ordinary moments—even the quiet ones—can become great starting points for writing.

 

Week 2 – Who Am I?
Create a poetic biography using words, memories, interests, and experiences to tell the story of you.

 

Week 3 – Make Your Writing Come Alive
Experiment with similes, metaphors, and figurative language through a collaborative writing challenge.

 

Week 4 – Let’s Talk!
Learn how great dialogue gives characters personality and moves a story forward, then create scenes and conversations with a partner.

 

Week 5 – Then & Now
Explore change through the prompt “I used to be…but now I am…” and see where your writing takes you.

 

Week 6 – The Creative Writing Challenge
Put everything together in a fast-paced final session filled with surprise prompts, timed challenges, collaborative storytelling, and plenty of creative freedom. Writers might be handed an unexpected character, setting, object, or opening line and challenged to turn it into a short story, scene, poem, comedy sketch—or something completely unexpected.

 

 

Kingswood Oxford academic program stresses writing skills

Instructor: Kyle Chapman

 

Kyle Chapman is a passionate Middle School English teacher and dedicated athletic coach at Kingswood Oxford School, known for inspiring a love for storytelling, critical thinking, and communication in his students. At Camp KO, he brings that same classroom energy to life, fostering an environment where young learners can build confidence and sharp leadership skills.

 

While he is primarily focused on the academic growth of his students, Coach Chapman also infuses his programs with lessons from his unique collegiate basketball background at the University of Connecticut. His hoop journey includes serving as a practice squad training player for Geno Auriemma’s legendary UConn Women’s basketball team. Whether analyzing a great text or guiding students on the court, Kyle excels at helping students master their fundamentals, collaborate with peers, and find their unique voices.

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10.25
MIDDLE SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE  

10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Prospective Middle School students and families can visit to learn more about academics, athletics, and arts at KO! Hear why ‘Middle School matters’ to us at KO, and meet teachers, coaches, and current students. Register through your Ravenna account.

 

10.20, 11.17, 12.08
KO LIVE: INSIDE THE UPPER SCHOOL

5:15 p.m. – 5:45 p.m. Optional Tour

5:45 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Reception

6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Program

Step inside Kingswood Oxford for an inspiring evening where learning comes to life. You’ll meet current students who are pursuing bold goals, expanding their perspectives, and discovering their passions across every discipline. Connect directly with our department chairs, chat with student-athletes, explore vibrant student clubs, and experience the creative energy that makes our Upper School community thrive. Register through your Ravenna account.

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