373: Successful Writing with Lisa Collum
Writing is one of the most essential skills students develop in school. It empowers learners to communicate ideas, think critically, express creativity, and build confidence across all subject areas. In this episode, Lisa Collum discusses why writing matters, how educators can foster strong writing skills, and the lasting impact effective writing instruction has on student success.
From early writing experiences to developing lifelong communication skills, this conversation highlights the important role writing plays in education and beyond.
Quotables
**All quotes are from the interviewees**
- “If we give them [students] explicit instruction with structure they will then become their own individualized creative writer.”
- “Every kid can be successful; we just can’t be a one size fits all kinda box learning.”
- “It’s structured and it’s a starting place.”
About Lisa Collum
Lisa Collum is an educator, author, entrepreneur, and mom of four with more than 20 years of experience in education. She is the founder and CEO of Top Score Writing, a K–12 writing curriculum used by schools nationwide, and the owner of Coastal Middle and High School, a nonprofit private school in South Florida. Lisa believes that all students can be successful when teachers are equipped with the right tools, resources, and support to help them succeed.
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