The Polished Pencil provides practical, teacher-centered professional learning to help educators teach writing more effectively and transform student outcomes.

It’s a hub for teachers who want to learn to teach writing well and transform how students learn to write. It’s a professional learning resource—offering practical courses, classroom-ready materials, and coaching designed to fit the way educators work; whether you’re refining lesson design, or seeking strategies that produce measurable student growth, now is a good time to access tools and training that align with your schedule and classroom needs.

Options and opportunities

I offer a variety of online courses, meant to be completed at your own pace as we all have multiple demands on our time.

I have been training on-site in schools across the country for 25 years. That experience adds up to expertise. I can create custom programs for you and your staff that will bring fresh energy to your teaching, and new methods to enthuse your students.