“Learning That Matters” Student Writing Lesson

Students will use Curtis Acosta’s interview to write about a joyful, meaningful learning experience—and what message they have for teachers and administrators who make learning tedious, or even painful. Writing GuidelinesThe writing guidelines below are intended to be just that—a guide. Evaluation RubricSample EssaysThe essays below were selected as winners for the Spring 2015 Student Writing Competition. If You Give a Student a Voice by Jennifer Aguilera, Grade 9Read Jennifer’s essay about two teachers who taught her to love learning. Response from Curtis Acosta to student essay winners.