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▌ Academic · Ages 12–14

Creative Writing: The Next Chapter

Evanston

A creative writing program for middle school students to develop their storytelling skills.

▌ Editor's read The website for Northwestern University's Center for Talent Development (CTD) loads successfully and details various summer programs, including 'Creative Writing: The Next Chapter.' This specific program is designed for academically advanced students in grades 6-12, focusing on developing writing skills through workshops and peer feedback. CTD is part of Northwestern University, classifying it as a university-owned program. While specific Google reviews for 'Creative Writing: The Next Chapter' are not readily available, Northwestern University generally holds a high reputation. The CTD website mentions that all staff undergo background checks, indicating a commitment to safety. The program offers both residential and commuter options, making it a hybrid program type. Social media handles found on the site are @northwesternctd for Instagram and NorthwesternCTD for Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 12–14

Creative Writing: The Next Chapter is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. academic programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day and overnight options
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
University program
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Academic
  • Ages: 12–14
  • Address: 617 Noyes St, Evanston, IL 60208
  • Phone: (847) 491-3782
  • Email: [email protected]

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: Yes
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Creative Writing: The Next Chapter

What ages does Creative Writing: The Next Chapter accept?
Creative Writing: The Next Chapter is open to children ages 12–14. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
Who runs Creative Writing: The Next Chapter?
Creative Writing: The Next Chapter is operated by a university program. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Creative Writing: The Next Chapter provide lunch?
Yes — Creative Writing: The Next Chapter includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
How does Creative Writing: The Next Chapter compare to other academic camps in Evanston?
Creative Writing: The Next Chapter is one of 144 academic camps in Evanston that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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