Our Story
Changing the World: One Word at a Time
What started as a summer writing workshop in 2008 has grown into an accelerated, year-round ELA enrichment program — teaching a full grade level above school — trusted by over 3,000 families.
How It Started
It Started With a Question No One Was Asking
In 2008, Mrs. Davis noticed something that didn’t add up. Bright, hardworking students were succeeding in school, yet many still struggled to read closely, organize their thoughts, and express themselves with clarity.
Not because they lacked ability. Because no one had explicitly taught them how to think through language. As a mother and educator who understood the power of words, Mrs. Davis couldn’t ignore the gap.
She started small: a summer workshop, a handful of students, and a clear mission to teach writing with structure, purpose, and intention. The impact was immediate. Students grew more confident, more articulate, and more engaged—not just in English class, but across every subject. Parents wanted more.
That early workshop became Learn to Write Now: a comprehensive, year-round English Language Arts program designed to help students read deeply, write clearly, think critically, and communicate with confidence.
Nearly eighteen years later, LTWN has supported more than 3,000 students from Kindergarten through 12th grade, with alumni attending top universities across the country, including every Ivy League institution. Because when students gain command of language, they gain the tools to write, learn, and succeed. It’s not just a slogan.
Our Approach
Four Rigorous Pillars That Drive Academic Excellence
Communication
Students learn to express ideas clearly and persuasively in writing, speech, and conversation.
Collaboration
Small groups of 6 to 8 create a community of peers who challenge, support, and inspire each other.
Critical Thinking
We teach students to analyze, question, and form their own conclusions for life, not just for tests.
Creativity
From creative writing to debate, students discover language as a medium for imagination and expression.
Meet Our Team
Hand-Picked Educators Who Write, Teach, and Care
Aruna Davis
Founder and DirectorWith over two decades of experience as an English Language Arts curriculum developer, admissions officer, and educational leader, LTWN founder Mrs. Davis brings uncommon depth to the teaching of language. Her work spans classrooms and communities, including recognition as an award-winning PTA President, and reflects a clear understanding of what students need to succeed. Today, she continues to refine LTWN’s curriculum with insight drawn from the students she teaches every day.
Amanda Buckley
Senior Instructor
MFA, Creative Nonfiction with 15 Years of Teaching Experience
Professional editor, tutor, and college coach who has worked with award-winning literary magazines, nationally recognized test prep agencies, and students admitted to Ivy League universities. Builds genuine connections with students and creates classrooms driven by curiosity.
Heather Patel
Senior Instructor
MA, English Literature with 15 Years Teaching Experience
Has taught thousands of students from second grade through college. A published novelist currently working on her third manuscript, she brings rigorous research skills and real-world writing experience to every lesson.
Jennifer Ruba
Senior Instructor
MA, Special Education with 13 Years Teaching Experience
An experienced educator and lawyer-in-training with expertise in differentiated instruction and curriculum development. Designs engaging lessons that adapt to students’ individual needs and learning styles.
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