Join Montclair seniors and Montclair High School journalism students for a unique storytelling experience built around conversation, connection, and writing. Seniors and students are paired to interview one another, write stories about each other’s lives, and learn simple storytelling and performance techniques.

 

You don’t need to be a writer - just curious and willing to share. Along the way, you’ll learn the basics of storytelling and performance, build a meaningful intergenerational connection, and help a young person see the world through a wider lens.

 

The program culminates in a joyful Story Slam in the spring, where seniors and students take the stage together to share the stories they’ve created with friends and family.If you enjoy conversation, connection, and the power of a good story, we’d love for you to join us.

 

What to expect:

• 4 in-person meetings at Montclair High School; some will include a guest teaching artist

• 1 remote meeting with students

• Collaborative writing and story development

• A live Story Slam performance in the spring

 

Schedule:

• Thursday 01/15 11:45 AM - 1:40 PM

• Thursday 02/12 11:45 AM - 12:40 PM, via Zoom

• Thursday 03/05 11:45 AM - 1:40 PM

• Wednesday 04/08 11:45 AM - 1:40 PM

• Monday 04/13 11:45 AM - 1:40 PM

• Performance: Thursday, 4/23 (evening)

 

If you enjoy writing, reflection, and meaningful connection across generations, we’d love to have you join us.