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Day 2 Tuesday, July 14, 2026 · 11am ET

A Simple Framework for Writing Mini Lessons that Boost Test Scores

The mini-lesson formula that builds strong writers and saves hours of planning.

About this session

Writing instruction does not have to be complicated. Jamie shares the exact mini-lesson framework that turned her writers around — and helped her students consistently outperform expectations on writing assessments. You will leave with a structure you can use Monday morning.

What you’ll walk away with

  • The 4-part mini-lesson structure that works for any genre
  • How to plan a full week of writing in under an hour
  • Conferencing strategies that actually move the needle
  • How to make grading writing feel manageable

What to bring

Your writing curriculum (if you have one) — we will talk about how to use it more efficiently.

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