Cherie offers a variety of online seminars, most of which meet for one hour weekly for 8 weeks.
ONLINE SEMINARS
Some students find online classes more convenient than in-person sessions. Cherie offers small seminars, typically for 6 to 8 students, that take place on Zoom. Her summer literature class can accommodate 15 students.
Please Note: The Critical Thinking & Essay Writing classes and Thesis-Driven Essay classes are open for enrollment. The three test prep essay seminars are currently on hold. The Literary Classics course is available during summer.
What My Online Seminar Students Say:
"I've loved working with Ms Cherie on the CTEW classes, TDE classes, and everything in between. Over the course of these classes, I've learned lots of important essay writing skills as well as life lessons. I felt that these classes were a large factor in helping me awaken and sharpen my critical thinking, and I'll take the lessons I've learned in this class not only into my upcoming English class but also into future life and beyond school." --Lucas
"I highly recommend Coach Cherie’s essay writing classes, because not only do you grow as a writer and learn very important essay writing skills, you also get to practice your critical thinking. Coach Cherie’s classes challenge your brain and mind, and sharpen your skills. Just compare the essays you’ve written over the course of her classes, and you’ll see the difference immediately. Every course is different and unique, from CTEW 101 all the way to TDE 401. I learned so much, and I’m sure you will too!" --Aaron
"Ms. Cherie’s class allowed me to become more thoughtful and confident in reading and writing about literature. The feedback truly pushed me to think critically and analyze passages instead of just describing them. I also loved how supportive and encouraging the class was. I would definitely recommend her classes to anyone who wants to improve academically!"
--Daniel
"Ms. Cherie has high standards and gives very direct feedback on writing. At times the feedback was challenging, and I didn’t always agree with it, but it helped me learn to become more thoughtful about how I explain my ideas. Over the course of the class, I became more aware of the logic behind my words, and worked on making my writing easier to understand. Overall, the experience has helped me grow so much as both a writer and a thinker!" --Hannah
What Their Parents Say:
"Finding Ms. Cherie’s classes has been such a gift. She is far more than an instructor; she is a true mentor. When my son joined her class in the 6th grade, he was initially intimidated and unsure of where to begin. However, the unique curriculum was perfectly calibrated—challenging enough to keep him intrigued without being overwhelming.
Ms. Cherie empowered him to find his own voice, teaching him that writing is more than just grammar and syntax; it is the courage to think deeply, express oneself clearly, and maintain the discipline to be concise. By treating her students as young adults, she respects their capacity to build their own value systems regarding the past, present, and future. Every topic serves as a vehicle for thorough critical thinking rather than just a writing exercise. My son particularly loved the peer discussions; seeing him move from being afraid to share his work to being genuinely proud of it has been remarkable. In this AI-driven era, Ms. Cherie’s class is a rare and essential hidden gem. I cannot recommend her highly enough." –Xiaomeng
“Cherie’s classes build a strong foundation for high school English literature. She inspires students to genuinely enjoy reading and writing, while providing consistent structure and guidance. With weekly writing practice and thoughtful feedback, my son has made significant progress in both his English and writing skills. We’ve seen real growth in his confidence and ability.” --Cynthia
"Landon really enjoyed writing in your class and learned a lot from your teaching!"
--Yuan
“Cherie understands how kids think about writing and she treats them with kindness and respect. Cherie has lovingly nudged my daughter toward believing that she doesn't have to get every sentence exactly right in order to write beautifully and thoughtfully. We are grateful for Cherie's heart, her kindness, and her expertise. Thank you, Cherie!” --Cynthia
ONLINE SEMINARS
Some students find online classes more convenient than in-person sessions. Cherie offers small seminars, typically for 6 to 8 students, that take place on Zoom. Her summer literature class can accommodate 15 students.
Please Note: The Critical Thinking & Essay Writing classes and Thesis-Driven Essay classes are open for enrollment. The three test prep essay seminars are currently on hold. The Literary Classics course is available during summer.
- Intro to Critical Thinking & Essay Writing Seminar and CTEW 101 & 201: These class are recommended for 8th and 9th graders prior to taking the Thesis-Driven essay courses. Students will write 7 essays of which 2 will be edited/corrected, and all will be discussed in class. 7th graders should start with the Intro CTEW class.
- Thesis-Driven Essay Writing (TDE 101, 201, 301, etc.): These popular seminars in essay writing help students to evolve from beginners into more mature and sophisticated writers. Students learn how to write well-argued academic essays. Students write 7 essays, one per week, of which 2 are edited/corrected; all are critiqued in class.
- Poetry Seminar: An Advanced Part of the TDE Series: In this seminar, students will read, discuss and sometimes write about great poetry, including poems by Shakespeare. Grappling with poetry will help students develop their critical thinking, as well as encouraging them to develop an appreciation and love of language and literature. Students will have the opportunity to write a poem of their own as well.
- U.S. Civics Seminar: An Advanced Course: Most students know very little about America's governmental system, don't take a class in civics until 12th grade, and even then, they emerge with a fuzzy understanding at best. This seminar is at least a first step toward remedying that situation. Students will read and study America's foundational documents, and other relevant texts and concepts that will teach them what it means to be an American citizen. The challenging texts they read, coupled with class discussions, will also stimulate their critical thinking, as well as providing them with valuable real-world knowledge.
- Self-Discovery Seminar: An Advanced Course: This seminar helps students delve into self-reflection as a means of intelligent self-expression, and also as preparation for their college application essays.
- Literary Classics Seminar: This class is highly recommended for students from 8th grade on up. It is generally only offered in the summer. The class meets for 12 weeks and sessions are 90-minutes long. .
- SAT Essay Seminar: This seminar demystifies the New SAT Essay and gives students plenty of practice in writing rhetorical analyses. Student papers are critiqued in class and some will be corrected, graded and returned. (Currently on hold)
- SAT Essay and Critical Reading Seminar: Same as above, but including assignments and practice in SAT Critical Reading. (Currently on hold)
- ACT Essay Seminar: This seminar breaks down the New ACT Essay and teaches students the difference between an adequate approach and an approach aimed at achieving a high score. Student papers are critiqued in class and some will be corrected, graded and returned. (Currently on hold)
What My Online Seminar Students Say:
"I've loved working with Ms Cherie on the CTEW classes, TDE classes, and everything in between. Over the course of these classes, I've learned lots of important essay writing skills as well as life lessons. I felt that these classes were a large factor in helping me awaken and sharpen my critical thinking, and I'll take the lessons I've learned in this class not only into my upcoming English class but also into future life and beyond school." --Lucas
"I highly recommend Coach Cherie’s essay writing classes, because not only do you grow as a writer and learn very important essay writing skills, you also get to practice your critical thinking. Coach Cherie’s classes challenge your brain and mind, and sharpen your skills. Just compare the essays you’ve written over the course of her classes, and you’ll see the difference immediately. Every course is different and unique, from CTEW 101 all the way to TDE 401. I learned so much, and I’m sure you will too!" --Aaron
"Ms. Cherie’s class allowed me to become more thoughtful and confident in reading and writing about literature. The feedback truly pushed me to think critically and analyze passages instead of just describing them. I also loved how supportive and encouraging the class was. I would definitely recommend her classes to anyone who wants to improve academically!"
--Daniel
"Ms. Cherie has high standards and gives very direct feedback on writing. At times the feedback was challenging, and I didn’t always agree with it, but it helped me learn to become more thoughtful about how I explain my ideas. Over the course of the class, I became more aware of the logic behind my words, and worked on making my writing easier to understand. Overall, the experience has helped me grow so much as both a writer and a thinker!" --Hannah
What Their Parents Say:
"Finding Ms. Cherie’s classes has been such a gift. She is far more than an instructor; she is a true mentor. When my son joined her class in the 6th grade, he was initially intimidated and unsure of where to begin. However, the unique curriculum was perfectly calibrated—challenging enough to keep him intrigued without being overwhelming.
Ms. Cherie empowered him to find his own voice, teaching him that writing is more than just grammar and syntax; it is the courage to think deeply, express oneself clearly, and maintain the discipline to be concise. By treating her students as young adults, she respects their capacity to build their own value systems regarding the past, present, and future. Every topic serves as a vehicle for thorough critical thinking rather than just a writing exercise. My son particularly loved the peer discussions; seeing him move from being afraid to share his work to being genuinely proud of it has been remarkable. In this AI-driven era, Ms. Cherie’s class is a rare and essential hidden gem. I cannot recommend her highly enough." –Xiaomeng
“Cherie’s classes build a strong foundation for high school English literature. She inspires students to genuinely enjoy reading and writing, while providing consistent structure and guidance. With weekly writing practice and thoughtful feedback, my son has made significant progress in both his English and writing skills. We’ve seen real growth in his confidence and ability.” --Cynthia
"Landon really enjoyed writing in your class and learned a lot from your teaching!"
--Yuan
“Cherie understands how kids think about writing and she treats them with kindness and respect. Cherie has lovingly nudged my daughter toward believing that she doesn't have to get every sentence exactly right in order to write beautifully and thoughtfully. We are grateful for Cherie's heart, her kindness, and her expertise. Thank you, Cherie!” --Cynthia