WriterCoach Connection

WriterCoach Connection https://linktr.ee/writercoachconnection

A Bay Area nonprofit organization connecting middle and high school students with volunteer coaches to help them improve their critical thinking and written expression through writing coaching. Trained volunteer coaches help students with critical thinking and writing proficiency in school and after-school programs

Please join us in sending a hearty congratulations to WCC coach Gary Morton on publishing his first children's book, Cla...
05/07/2026

Please join us in sending a hearty congratulations to WCC coach Gary Morton on publishing his first children's book, Clair and Bear: It's Okay to be Different.

Clair and Bear tells the story of a 10-year old girl who is frustrated because she can not play softball after school with her best friend, Celine. Bear is a stuffed teddy bear, her unconditional friend, and Clair's positive mindset. The story takes place in a day, with Bear helping Clair navigate through her frustrating day. Gary found inspiration for the book from his daughter, Sarah, who has developmental disabilities.

Of her experiences growing up and why he wrote Clair and Bear, Gary says, "She and her friends were often invisible to the public, or avoided because she looked or acted differently. Through my teaching and coaching, I have also seen that our youth are often not seen or valued. With my book, I want to show that someone believes in them, so that they can believe in themselves."

We love how Gary's story captures the spirit of our coaching model, being compassionate and supportive and helping youth build confidence in themselves and their abilities at a time when they need it most.

Congratulations on this wonderful achievement, Gary!

As a community organization working in schools, we are grateful for the teachers who welcome us into their classrooms an...
05/04/2026

As a community organization working in schools, we are grateful for the teachers who welcome us into their classrooms and advocate for our programs. With large classes and lots of responsibilities, it's not easy to do the work they do, which is why we are proud to partner with them by providing guided writer coaching to each student in their classroom. Together, we strive to help students build the critical thinking and effective communication skills they'll need to succeed in life. This Teacher Appreciation Week, we give thanks to all the wonderful educators who are making a positive difference in young people's lives.

AI in Education Session #1 Recap 📚✏️💻Here are some snippets from our first volunteers-only AI in Education event! If yo...
04/23/2026

AI in Education Session #1 Recap 📚✏️💻

Here are some snippets from our first volunteers-only AI in Education event!

If you like what you see and want to attend our second public session this Saturday April 25th, learn more & RSVP here: http://bit.ly/4csBSjR

Curious about AI but not sure where to start? 🤖✨Come explore, question, and reimagine what learning can look like.Join u...
04/15/2026

Curious about AI but not sure where to start? 🤖✨
Come explore, question, and reimagine what learning can look like.

Join us for AI in Education—a community conversation designed for students, educators, parents, and lifelong learners alike.

🗓 Saturday, April 25th
⏰ 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
📍 Albany Senior Center Multipurpose Room

Featuring a panel of experts at the intersection of education & innovation.
Come with questions, leave with perspective.

🎟 RSVP now as spots are limited! http://bit.ly/4csBSjR

Today may be April Fool's Day, but it's also the start of National Volunteer Appreciation Month, and we're not kidding w...
04/01/2026

Today may be April Fool's Day, but it's also the start of National Volunteer Appreciation Month, and we're not kidding when we say we appreciate the efforts of our volunteer coaches who are the driving force of our mission to provide close, human writing support for Bay Area students at a pivotal time in their educational lives.

Our coaches bring warmth, patience, and motivation that helps middle and high school students focus on developing their own thoughts and ideas into clear, confident, and effective writing.

To all our volunteer coaches, we are so grateful to have you all in our community. Your work makes a difference in young people's lives. Thank you for showing up for them.

We're closing out Women's History Month with a recognition of Patsy Mink, the first Asian-American woman to serve in Con...
03/31/2026

We're closing out Women's History Month with a recognition of Patsy Mink, the first Asian-American woman to serve in Congress and to run for president.

Mink served in Congress over 20 years and was a key figure in the drafting of the Early Childhood Education Act and the Elementary and Secondary Education Act, creating federal education programs for young children through early adulthood and special needs learners.

Her best known achievement may be drafting the Title IX Amendment of the Higher Education Act that prohibited gender-based discrimination in federally-funded schools and educational programs. The title was renamed for her in 2002 after her death.

Mink recognized the challenges and unique needs of learners at different ages and abilities, and this motivates our work to continue meeting students where they are and honor their voices and perspectives in their writing.

03/25/2026

Join us April 25 at 11am for AI in Education, a community conversation on how AI impacts our learning, writing and teaching, and what it means for students, parents and educators.

📍 Open to students, parents, educators, and community members
📅 April 25th, 11am - 1pm
📌 Albany Senior Center Multipurpose Room

Limited seating, RSVP today: https://forms.gle/547KZEHynsroDQKH8

AI isn’t coming. It’s already here! And it’s changing the way we learn, teach, and think.So… what does that actually mea...
03/20/2026

AI isn’t coming. It’s already here! And it’s changing the way we learn, teach, and think.

So… what does that actually mean for students, parents, and educators?

Join us for AI in Education, a community conversation where we break it all down--no jargon, no gatekeeping. Just real insights, honest questions, and practical takeaways.

✨ Hear from speakers in tech + education
✨ Learn how to use AI effectively and ethically
✨ Connect with others thinking about the future of learning

📍 Open to students, parents, educators, and community members
📅 April 25th, 11 a.m.- 1 p.m.
📌 Albany Senior Center Multipurpose Room

Spots are limited so RSVP here: https://forms.gle/547KZEHynsroDQKH8

This Women's History Month we want to recognize Dr. Thelma Harms, a Bay Area educator and researcher who dedicated her w...
03/13/2026

This Women's History Month we want to recognize Dr. Thelma Harms, a Bay Area educator and researcher who dedicated her work to raising the quality and standards in early childhood education.

Harms earned her master's in child development at UC Berkeley and was part of a developmental team that created the Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale to measure the quality of early childhood education programs.

Her dedication to improving education for the youngest learners was influential in improving learning programs through increased policy action and investment in early childhood education.

She was known for framing her work with a focus on teachers, making the connection between enhancing learning environments and better supporting teachers. This emphasis inspires our work at WCC to support teachers by providing one-on-one coaching with all students in the classroom, ensuring all students receive the guidance they need to improve their writing skills.

Harms passed away last month at 100 years old, leaving a legacy of dedication to improving the lives and futures of our youth through improving their educational environments.

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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
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