StudioSTL Write and Shine

StudioSTL helps students discover, develop,and celebrate their individual voices through writing.

Mission

StudioSTL is a nonprofit writing center dedicated to helping kids, ages 6-18, build their writing skills. We believe that writing is an indispensable life tool and that great success can be made with one-on-one attention. Designed to captivate both reluctant and super-motivated writers, our after-school writing, field trips, workshops, summer camp and publishing opportunities help kids embrace their inner super-star. Our programs are held at our Grand Center writing studio, which we have designed with the area's best and brightest, as a creative place to nurture self-expression.

Vision

We envision a world where all youth embrace the power of their individual voices and are seen, valued and heard in their community.

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WordFEST: Sign Up Today to Get Your Seat!

WordFEST2012 poster Compete to score GOLD, SILVER, and BRONZE medals with your team of eight on Saturday, April 14. From favorites like Boggle and Taboo to StudioSTL originals like Word Darts and a Biathalon of Word Finds and Crossword Puzzles, WordFEST spells fun for all word-lovers. We are grateful to Stolar Law Partnership and the English Club and the English Graduate Organization (EGO) at Saint Louis University, where this year’s WordFEST is being held. Seating at StudioSTL’s most popular and celebrated word-happy event is limited, so reserve your team’s table today! More details…

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Register online and pay as an individual or a group today to guarantee your place in the games!

Spring 2012 Young Writers Workshops

Writer and monster drawingMake monsters come to life, create Valentines, or add punch to your writing with kung fu punctuation. There is something for everyone on the new slate of Young Writers Workshops at StudioSTL. Work with comic book artist Jeff Weigel, paper princess Cheree Berry, teacher extraordinaire Chris Brennan, and many, many more! StudioSTL’s Young Writers’ Workshops are open to all writers ages 6-10 on Saturdays from 10 AM through noon. More information&

StudioSTL Writers Need Your Support!

Scribes and Scribblers logoHelp us meet our goal to fund the first StudioSTL publication by young writers: The Scribblers & Scribes Review. Every gift makes a difference and will help us reach our goal of $5,000. Our writers rely on your support. Donate here.


Pentimento Returns in Spring 2012

Pentimento logo In every community, rich stories lie around each corner, in vacant buildings, in sleepy restaurants and overgrown lots. StudioSTL is looking forward to continuing its partnership with the Midwest Center for Media on The St. Louis Storymapping Project, which collects these stories and personal histories through a series of site-oriented video narratives. The stories are shot and edited by young people who live in the community. Watch past student videos from the Storymapping Project with its focus on Wellston.

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