MISSION STATEMENT
The Literary Arts Department at Lincoln Park Performing Arts Charter School develops the skills of young writers in a variety of disciplines and genres, including poetry, drama, fiction, screenwriting and creative nonfiction. Through intensive study of great works, essential concepts and best practices, as well as a diverse array of writing assignments, students hone their craft in a supportive and challenging environment.
COURSE OF STUDY
All Literary Arts students begin by taking introductory classes in each of the major genres (poetry, fiction, creative nonfiction, and drama/screenwriting), which prepare students for writing workshops – the core of the Literary Arts curriculum.
In addition to core writing classes, the LPPACS Literary Arts Department also offers instruction in a variety of special topic areas, to create well-rounded writers and students. These courses are offered on a rotating basis.
FACULTY
Students in Literary Arts are taught by working authors and writers, with instruction supplemented by such acclaimed guest artists as Jeffrey Zaslow (co-author of The Last Lecture with the late Randy Pausch); Neil McCormick (author of Killing Bono); Lee Gutkind (the “godfather” of creative nonfiction); Davy Rothbart (creator of Foundmagazine and author of The Lone Surfer of Montana, Kansas); National Book Award-winning poet Terrance Hayes; poet, screenwriter and filmmaker Jim Daniels (Mr. Pleasant), poets Yona Harvey and S. E. Smith; and authors Jane McCafferty (One Heart), Carrie Kennedy (Panorama) and Sherrie Flick (Reconsidering Happiness).
COURSES OFFERED INCLUDE:
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