Online Scribblers Writing Program

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Online writing classes for students in grades 3-12 with both academic and creative opportunities. We NO WAY! It is meant to be experimented with and shared.

At Online Scribblers, we hold fast to the principle that writing is a learned skill just like math or reading. And just like math, for many students, writing is a dreaded subject. We've all seen the look of terror on a student's face when a term paper is assigned or witnessed the procrastination that delays that paper until the night before it is due. But have you ever wondered why students dread

05/28/2026

Help Your Children Broaden Their Horizons Through Opportunities For Leadership With Josie Balkowski Founder of Online Scribblers | The Homeschool Advantage Podcast

05/27/2026

Flashback to the blast I had with Bex Buzzie on her homeschool podcast!

Help Your Children Broaden Their Horizons Through Opportunities For Leadership With Josie Balkowski Founder of Online Scribblers | The Homeschool Advantage Podcast Intro Josie Balkowski is the Founder of Online Scribblers, an online writing program for students in Grades 3-12 of all skill levels. Josie is a blogger and writer who strives to bring writing education to the forefront of every student's learning and to engage their creativity to create proficient....

They’re bad, they know it and they don’t care. Introducing the Coronado Terrible Orchestra.

The orchestra's conductor Cassie O'Hanlon (@tattooedfluteteacher) was inspired by a similar concept in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

“When I moved out here, I started noticing that at least south, there's just not as big of a music community, as I started building my flute studio. So I just thought, why not try? You know, there's got to be people with instruments in their closets that want to play,” O’Hanlon said. “I know that I needed a very… kind, supportive space to make that happen. So, I figured other people need that too.”

That’s what drew violinist Brianna to the orchestra.

“It's nice to be able to have space to be bad at things. I like space to fail, so I'm excited about it,” she said.

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05/26/2026

What a feel good story! I love this! Music brings joy no matter your age or ability…I say, bring on “the terrible orchestra!” 🎶🎶

They’re bad, they know it and they don’t care. Introducing the Coronado Terrible Orchestra. The orchestra's conductor Cassie O'Hanlon (@tattooedfluteteacher) was inspired by a similar concept in Fort Wayne, Indiana. “When I moved out here, I started noticing that at least south, there's just not as big of a music community, as I started building my flute studio. So I just thought, why not try? You know, there's got to be people with instruments in their closets that want to play,” O’Hanlon said. “I know that I needed a very… kind, supportive space to make that happen. So, I figured other people need that too.” That’s what drew violinist Brianna to the orchestra. “It's nice to be able to have space to be bad at things. I like space to fail, so I'm excited about it,” she said. For more stories like this go to kpbs.org 📸📝 @brendentuccinardi

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The College Essay Studio, a division of Online Scribblers, helps high school students turn their ideas into powerful college essays. With individualized support and thoughtful feedback, we guide students in finding their voice, building confidence, and putting their best foot forward in the admissions process.