Revision Learning partners with KIPP schools to provide free and discounted college essay and career support
Free Resources
Revision Learning offers a free storytelling platform account, which includes access to StoryBuilder, Daily Story, and 2 of our self-paced courses.
Self-Paced Course Library
These interactive, self-paced courses teach students how to use their stories for career success. Your account includes access to 2 courses, Introduction to Storytelling and Introduction to Career Stories.
Educator Dashboard Access
Within the dashboard, educators have the ability to create and edit their students’ accounts, view their students’ feedback, and more.
Daily Story Writing Prompts
Students can build storytelling skills with Daily Story, a feature that provides daily writing prompts for students to practice crafting stories.
StoryBuilder Writing Platform
Students work through the five steps of the Moments Method® (Find Stories, Focus In, Tell It Out Loud, Map It, and Focus Out) to write a Career Story.
Revision offers upgraded educator accounts*, free to KIPP schools, which include:
*To get an upgraded Revision educator account for you and your colleagues, just email our team at hello@learnrevision.com.
Revision also offers resources to help educators who work with students directly, including:
4x4 Brainstorming Worksheet - help your students figure out which stories they want to tell for their college essays
Focus Out Worksheet - help your students go back into their writing to identify areas where they can replace generic language with Details, Dialogue and Descriptions.
Revision College Essay Rubric - use the Revision Rubric to assess your students’ work or have them self-edit or edit with a friend
4 College Essays and Why They Worked - share this resource with your students so they can see sample essays with a breakdown of what made them effective
Discounted School Services
Revision offers various services, discounted for KIPP schools, to help students and educators use storytelling for college admissions and careers.
Student Workshops: Our interactive workshops give students an opportunity to delve into the fundamentals of storytelling, gain insight about what colleges are looking for in admission essays, and actively craft, edit and refine their drafts. Our three most-popular workshops include:
Essay Essentials: Students are introduced to the Moments Method® and the role of the essay in the college admission process. They complete a brainstorming activity where they build a portfolio of stories they can use to build admission and scholarship essays (1-hour workshop, starting at $650 for 25 students or fewer)
Personal Statement: Revision coaches lead students through the essay process, using our StoryBuilder storytelling software to write a personal statement. They end the course with a completed personal statement draft (2-hour workshop, starting at $1,300 for 25 students or fewer)
Essay Editing: Students take their rough draft and go through the editing process step-by-step, guided by Revision Learning coaches. They end with edited drafts of their personal statements (2-hour workshop, starting at $1,300 for 20 students or fewer)
Educator Workshops: Our engaging live sessions are designed for educators to explore the Moments Method® and discover our unique approach to feedback, which will allow them to better support their students.
Introduction to Teaching the Moments Method®: Educators learn how to use the Moments Method® to teach students how to use storytelling to build successful college essays, plus interviews for internships and jobs (2-hour workshop, starting at $1,800 for 20 educators)
How to Provide Question-Based Feedback: Educators learn how to provide question-based feedback grounded in the Moments Method® on student essays (2-hour workshop, starting at $1,800 for 20 educators)
Our distinctive feedback process for drafts, which includes a personalized letter, a score based on our finely-tuned rubric, and targeted, actionable in-line comments from a trained Revision coach. Students submit their drafts on our platform and get feedback there within 48 hours (Starting at $50/round of feedback)
Letter
“[My favorite part was] when we got to act like admission officers, reading the example stories and comparing what actually makes someone or someone's story a memorable one.”
-KIPP SoCal student, student workshop
Rubric
Sometimes, it’s easier to get live support from a Revision coach. During these one-on-one Zoom sessions, students can get help with:
Brainstorming - share personal statement or supplemental essay ideas and get feedback
Editing - review an essay draft live and get feedback in real time
Other - bring any burning college essay questions, get tips about how to write a stellar college essay, and more
(Starting at $50/session)
Sample Packages
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We recognize that for many teachers, there simply isn’t enough time in the day to provide feedback on college essay drafts for students. With this option, you can make sure your students get an extra set of eyes on their essays and have specific, concrete suggestions for how to improve.
Starting at $5,250 for 2 rounds of feedback for 50 students
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At some schools, there isn’t space in the curriculum to explicitly teach college essay writing to students. With this option, our coaches can teach your students the essential information they’ll need to write powerful essays that stand out from the crowd. They’ll also get personalized feedback on drafts to help them build upon their learning after our workshops.
Starting at $8,500 for 3 workshops (5 hours of instruction) and 2 rounds of feedback for up to 50 students -
At some schools, college essay writing is already a part of the curriculum. With this option, educators can learn about our approach to storytelling and providing feedback and can use our custom curriculum (6 ready-to-go lesson plans with classroom materials) to supplement their existing college essay curriculum. Students will receive personalized feedback from our coaches, which teachers can build upon in their classrooms.
Starting at $7,050 for 1 educator workshop (up to 20 educators) and 2 rounds of feedback per student for 50 students
Testimonials
“I was really worried about my essay, especially because of the topic I was writing. I wasn't sure how it was going to turn out at all. But with the feedback I got, I was more confident in what I was writing and I feel more comfortable in submitting my essay. Thank you.”
-KIPP D.C. student, feedback
“[A takeaway was] that colleges want to know the real you not an image you want to put on to make yourself look good.”
-KIPP Kansas City student, student workshop
In-line comments
“[A takeaway was] that colleges want to know the real you not an image you want to put on to make yourself look good.”
-KIPP Kansas City student, student workshop
“I just wanted to let you (whomever is reading this) know that Mr. Carrero is the BEST!!! His feedback really helped improve my essays and I feel confident that they will show readers who I am. I'm am really happy that I am able to have him as my editor. :)”
-KIPP Atlanta student, feedback
Discounted Career Storytelling Workshops
Revision Learning also supports individual KIPP educators by offering discounted access to our career storytelling workshops, where you’ll learn to craft powerful career stories that highlight your unique value, build meaningful connections, and advance your professional journey.
Through our different career services, you will:
Learn about the science and power of storytelling and how to apply that to different aspects of your career
Identify, craft, and hone “Career Stories” which you can use for an elevator pitch, networking event, and more
Improve your speaking and writing skills while also increasing your storytelling confidence
Join of a supportive, global community of career storytelling professionals
And more!
Upcoming Career Stories Classes
Join one of our next cohorts to master storytelling and stand out at any stage of your career!
*Can’t join us for any of these dates? Provide your information here and we’ll reach out about future workshops!
Date & Application
September 3, 10, 17 & 24
6:30-7:30 pm ET / 3:30-4:30 pm PT
September Class
Application closed
October 8 & 15
6-7:30 pm ET / 3-4:30 pm PT
October Class 1
Application closed
October 21 & 28
6:30-8 pm ET / 3:30-5 pm PT
Application due by October 14
During these classes, you will:
Learn how to harness the power of storytelling with a small group of career professionals
Identify, craft and hone 2-3 “Career Stories” which you can use for an elevator pitch, job interview, networking event, and more
Join of a supportive, global community of career storytelling professionals
If you’re invited to join one of our cohorts, you’ll have 2 options:
Virtual Classes Only
$200 $125
Access to the Revision Learning Platform and a special career course for your cohort
Live, interactive Zoom workshops over 4 weeks
Slack community
Virtual Classes + Coaching
$250 $200
Access to the Revision Learning Platform and a special career course for your cohort
Live, interactive Zoom workshops over 4 weeks
Slack community
1 30-minute coaching session
*This is a special discounted rate for KIPP employees. A limited number of need-based scholarships are also available for each cohort.
FAQs
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What is career storytelling?
Career storytelling is the process of crafting a compelling and authentic narrative about your professional journey.Who is this class for?
This class is for professionals at any stage of their career–whether you’re applying for an internship or first job, seeking a promotion after decades in the same field, making a career change, or pursuing a unique path. If you want to craft a compelling and authentic professional narrative, this class is for you.How will this class help me?
In this class, you’ll learn how to harness the power of storytelling to showcase your unique skills, experience, and character in a way that resonates with different professional connections. This will help you to stand out in résumés, cover letters, job interviews, LinkedIn profiles, networking opportunities, and more, and give you the confidence to tell your story with clarity and impact.Do I need prior storytelling experience?
No! Whether you’re passionate about storytelling or find it intimidating, this class provides structured guidance to help you develop your career narrative in a way that feels both natural and effective.
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Who will be teaching this class?
This class will be taught by Revision’s Director of Coaching and Curriculum, Roxy. You can find her bio here.
What is the format of the class?
This class consists of 2-4 live Zoom sessions featuring a blend of lecture, small and large group discussions, interactive exercises, and instructor and peer feedback.
How many other participants will there be?
There is an enrollment cap of 20 students, though most of our classes average 10-15 students.
How long is the class?
The course spans 2-4 weeks, with one live session each week. If you purchase the coaching package, you’ll have the opportunity to schedule a one-on-one coaching session with the instructor once the course concludes.
Do I need to attend all 4 sessions?
Yes! Given the amount of material covered and the hands-on nature of the class, attending every session is essential. We understand that life happens, but to get the most out of the experience, your weekly attendance and participation is key.
Will the sessions be recorded?
Yes! Each weekly session will be recorded and shared, allowing you to revisit the content at any time. Please note that only the class content will be recorded; story sharing will not be included in the recordings.
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How much does the class cost?
The course is $200. For the course and a 30-minute coaching session with Roxy, the cost is $250. Scholarships are available to help make the course accessible to all.
Can I get a refund if I decide not to continue?
Please note that refunds are not available for this course.
How do I sign up?
To apply, simply click the application link above for the month you’d like to join us. Our team will review your application on a rolling basis and reach out within 1-2 business days to update you with the status of your application. If you’re selected for the next cohort, you’ll have one week to complete your tuition payment to confirm your spot.
November 5, 12, 19
6-7 pm ET / 3-4 pm PT
Application due by October 29
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