Who's Who at Write On!
Meet the Write On! Team
Our instructors and scribes are passionate writers, educators, and creative mentors who help writers build confidence, discover their voices, and experience the joy of writing.
Dawn Rice
Founder & Write On! Lead Instructor
Dawn Rice is the Founder and Lead Instructor of Write On! Creative Writing Center, where she helps writers of all ages find their voice, grow in confidence, and discover that writing can be both meaningful and joyful. With a background in literacy education, classroom teaching, homeschooling, higher education, and creative writing instruction, Dawn brings both expertise and heart to every learning experience she creates.
Currently pursuing her doctorate in Language & Literacy at the University of North Texas, Dawn combines research-informed teaching practices with a deep belief that authentic writing changes lives. Through Write On!, she has created a vibrant community where writers are encouraged to take creative risks, explore their ideas, and develop as confident communicators and storytellers.
Outside the writing world, Dawn loves books, travel, family time, her critters, and scuba adventures around the globe.
Lauren Hubbard
Write On! Manager & Lead Instructor
Lauren is an avid adventurer, storyteller, editor, and photographer. She teaches remotely through Write On!’s Zoom classes and supports writers of all ages, especially self-publishing authors.
Lexi Thomas
Write On! Instructor
Lexi has been an avid reader and writer for her entire life and loves fantasy and sci-fi. She enjoys helping writers grow while bringing creativity and enthusiasm to every session.
Lily Allen
Write On! Instructor
Lily is currently a student at UNT in the College of Education, majoring in Early Childhood Education. Throughout her life, she has been teaching, whether it's dancing, swimming, or writing. She looks forward to continuing my passion for teaching at WriteON! In my downtime, you can find me reading a sci-fi book or historical nonfiction. I also enjoy playing video games or cuddling with my two cats, Ducky and Zuko!
Holiday Helm
Write On! Instructor
Holiday is a recent graduate from the University of North Texas, where she earned my degree studying Early Childhood Education, Marketing, and Digital Media. She grew up right here in Frisco and is a proud alum of Frisco High School - shout out to the class of ‘22! Creative writing and teaching have been passions of hers for as long as she can remember. They provide the perfect platform to do what she loves most, which is to cultivate imagination, inspire creativity, and make people laugh! Her ultimate dream is to one day become a bestselling author and move to NYC so she can finally meet Spider-Man.
Josie Archer
Write On! Instructor
Josie is a recent graduate from the University of California, Santa Barbara. She loves everything about books and spending time with her dog. Josie enjoys helping individuals of all ages strengthen their writing and fostering a safe space for creativity.
Stuti Menon
Write On! Instructor
Stuti is an avid reader, writer, and student who brings energy, creativity, and imagination to every session. She loves working with writers and helping them grow!
Brandon Heit
Write On! Scribe
Brandon, once a Write On! student, now supports writers as a scribe who loves stories, sports, and creativity.
Liberty Power
Write On! Scribe
Liberty is a devoted writer who enjoys hanging out with friends, shopping, and playing tennis! She has a particular interest in poetry and is so excited to be a part of the Write On team!
Atasee Balaji
Write On! Scribe
Atasee is a rising sophomore at Memorial High School. She has played the piano for 11 years and plays the double bass in my school‘s orchestra. She loves creative writing and is excited to volunteer at WriteOn!