The Elegant Essay, 9th-12th, 2026-2027

$300 covers the entire course.

The Elegant Essay (grades 9-12 or equivalent, previous IEW experience helpful, but not required)

Limited seats available. Minimum 4 students.

Instructor A. Bell

Times and dates subject to change if you purchase this class before April 1st, 2026.

Mondays @9:20-10:45am CST (Classes may run 45-85 minutes, depending on number of students and difficulty level of homework during any given week.)

1st semester: 10/5, 10/19, 11/2, 11/16, 11/30, 12/14

2nd semester: 1/11, 1/25, 2/8, 2/22, 3/8, 3/22

We will meet about every other week to provide ample time for homework.

Once you purchase the class and fill out THIS REGISTRATION FORM, we will email you the Google Classroom code. That's where you'll find your link to Zoom, etc. If you register fewer than 24 hours before the first class starts, the class recording will be made available to you. Contact us if you wish to begin later in the semester. 

Each family must own a copy of The Elegant Essay. You may purchase it from IEW by clicking here.

From IEW's website: Help your students become confident essay writers as they delve into the details of the essay-writing process. From thesis statements to transitions, introductions, and conclusions, students will learn the building blocks of a well-crafted essay.

† Some of the essays and exercises are based on scripture and/or conservative Christian morality. 

NOTE: I do believe that the Bible is true, but I do not intend for the students to become acquainted with my own personal beliefs. If parents are curious, feel free to ask. All classes are recorded, and all parents are free to view them and discuss them with their children.

All papers must be typed.

Amy Bell is a registered IEW instructor. You can see Amy's instructor page on IEW's website by clicking here.

To make sure our teaching philosophy aligns with yours, please review the following articles before signing up for classes: Letter to Parents, Our Teaching Philosophy, The 4 Deadly Errors of Teaching Writing.

To see instructor credentials, check out our FAQ page.

Online classes meet via Zoom. Students must attend from a laptop or computer (no tablets).

No refunds unless the class is canceled. If a student is unable to complete the class for some reason, they will still have access to the weekly videos. :)