Reading Inspires Thinking and Writing Shapes Leaders
Mrs. Burtera
I am truly blessed to be a part of the Enrichments family. I possess a master’s degree in education, specializing in Reading. During my time working in public education, I was certified as a Gifted and Talented teacher, as well as an English as a Second Language instructor.
My 31 years of extensive experience across diverse educational settings have shaped my approach to teaching and learning.
My goal in Reading classes is to help students develop stronger reading skills and to introduce them to quality literature. I believe that fostering a love for reading is just as important as building foundational skills.
In writing, my first priority is to instill correct grammar in their writing. Students will be asked to edit and revise work on their end of year tests and on the SAT. I also emphasize writing various types of essays to help students become versatile writers. Additionally, I focus on Constructed Extended Responses (CERs) and Extended Constructed Responses (ECRs), as students will be assessed using these formats. Lately, I noticed students seem to struggle with vocabulary. I will also incorporate vocabulary in writing and reading.
I strive to assign homework every week. In reading, students have assigned texts that they are expected to read, often more than once. This repeated reading is intended to prepare them for meaningful class discussions about their reading assignments.
Intensive English Reading (Grades 3–8)
A structured close-reading course focused on vocabulary development, reading comprehension, text analysis, and critical thinking through carefully selected fiction and nonfiction texts. Students learn how to annotate, analyze, and discuss texts with confidence.
English Writing (Grades 3–8)
This course develops students’ writing skills across multiple genres, emphasizing sentence structure, organization, clarity, and effective expression. Students build strong foundations in paragraph writing, essays, and creative compositions.
Spring 2026 Class Dates:
Tuesday (19 weeks): 1/6, 1/13, 1/20, 1/17, 2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24, 3/3, 3/24, 3/31, 4/7, 4/14, 4/21, 4/28, 5/5, 5/12, 5/19, 5/26
Saturday (19 weeks): 1/10, 1/17, 1/24, 1/31, 2/7, 2/14, 2/21, 2/28, 3/7, 3/21, 3/28, 4/4, 4/11, 4/18, 4/25, 5/2, 5/9, 5/16, 5/23
Sunday (19 weeks): 1/11, 1/18, 1/25 (cancelled due to freeze), 2/1, 2/8, 2/15, 2/16 (replace 1/25), 2/22, 3/1, 3/8, 3/22, 3/29, 4/5, 4/12, 4/19, 4/26, 5/3, 5/10, 5/17, 5/24
Ms. Eden
Hello! It’s wonderful to meet you! I’m an English teacher who loves to share my passion for words with my students! Writing is a foundational skill to develop critical thinking in all age groups, but it’s also really fun! Let’s learn to write together!
Ms. Eden is a University of Texas at Austin graduate with a degree in English, Rhetoric & Writing, and Creative Writing. She specializes in advanced academic and essay writing, literary analysis, and grammar and vocabulary instruction. She teaches 3rd grade through 12th grade and encourages critical thinking, creative solutions, and hard work.
AP Language & Composition
A college-level course preparing students for the AP Language exam through rhetorical analysis, argumentation, synthesis, and advanced academic writing. Students will read memoirs, speeches, articles, and complex poetry. This course is designed for upper high school students only. Homework includes essays, practice AP exams, and advanced grammar practice.
Pre-AP Language
Designed for middle and early high school students, this course builds strong reading, writing, and analytical skills to prepare students for AP-level coursework. Students will read a variety of classic short stories, novels, and articles. Homework includes essays, reading comprehension questions, and multiple-choice quizzes.
In the fall semester, this course may also include preparation for the Scholastic Writing Awards.
Essay Writing Support
College application essays
Private school application essays
Summer camp/school application essays
Scholarship application essays
Scholastic Writing Awards essay/memoir applications
Individualized guidance to help students craft compelling, authentic personal statements. Includes detailed feedback on grammar, vocabulary, structure, and stylistic writing choices.
Spring 2026 Class Dates:
Monday (15 weeks): 1/12, 1/19, 2/2, 2/9, 2/16, 2/23, 3/2, 3/16, 3/23, 3/30, 4/6, 4/13, 4/20, 4/27, 5/4
Tuesday (15 weeks): 1/13, 1/20, 2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24, 3/3, 3/17, 3/24, 3/31, 4/7, 4/14, 4/21, 4/28, 5/5
Wednesday (15 weeks): 1/14, 1/28 (cancelled), 2/4, 2/11, 2/18, 2/25, 3/4, 3/18, 3/25, 4/1, 4/8, 4/15, 4/22, 4/29, 5/6
Thursday (15 weeks): 1/15, 1/29 (cancelled), 2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 2/26, 3/5, 3/19, 3/26, 4/2, 4/9, 4/16, 4/23, 4/30, 5/7
Sunday (15 weeks): 1/18, 2/1, 2/8, 2/15, 2/22, 3/1, 3/8, 3/22, 3/29, 4/5, 4/12, 4/19, 4/26, 5/3, 5/10