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Sedative.

Mbathio, , March 1, 2021March 1, 2021, Poetry, 0

I am from hair brushes and wide-tooth combs ripping my 4c hair into a perfect line I am from...

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My story

Luisa, , March 1, 2021March 1, 2021, Poetry, Spring 2021, 0

 I am from the locket my mother gave me. From mirrors and white tulips and a guitar. I am...

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where I’m from…

Kaimea, , February 26, 2021February 26, 2021, Poetry, Where I'm From, 0

I'm from dove ice cream, from Nong shim ramen I am from snow in the backyard and the swing...

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A Journey Through

Drew, , February 26, 2021February 26, 2021, Poetry, Spring 2021, Where I'm From, 0

I am from alarm clocks blaring, chargers hanging and water spraying. I am from the garden and both sides...

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I Am From Brooklyn and Haiti

Alexis, , February 26, 2021February 28, 2021, Poetry, Showcase, Spring 2021, Where I'm From, 0

I am from two-sided sinks, from Roku Tv’s and domestic eventual, endless sickening, I am from the dirty playground with...

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Where I’m From

Karim, , February 26, 2021February 26, 2021, Poetry, Read/Write Poems, 0

I am from a  religious rug from dolls everywhere in the house  I am from the plaza  from where...

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Where I’m From

Ian, , February 26, 2021February 26, 2021, Creative Writing, Poetry, Writing, 0

I am from TI-30XS Multiview Calculator, from Dixon Ticonderoga Pencils, and Tv-Remote I am from the backyard, basketball courts,...

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Where I’m From

Ocean, , February 26, 2021February 26, 2021, Poetry, Read/Write Poems, Writing & Communication, 0

I am from Ticonderoga Pencils,  from Downy and Coat-Hangers  I am From Battery Park, and the Blacktops in Central...

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Drawing Inspiration from Jane Eyre

Izzy, , February 26, 2021February 26, 2021, Books or Plays, Literary Essay, Writing & Communication, 0

The first chapter of Jane Eyre is particularly influential in its extensive and detailed indirect characterization of Jane and...

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Jane Eyre as Influence For My Story

Madison, , February 26, 2021February 26, 2021, Gender Equity (Women), Spring 2021, Writing, Writing & Communication, 0

Often in novels, characters are what drive the plot forward, allowing readers to immerse themselves into the story, both...

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“Jane Eyre” and its influence on my own writing

Josie, , February 26, 2021February 26, 2021, Creative Writing, Read/Write Poems, Writing, 0

The novel Jane Eyre, written by Charlotte Brontë, opens with the melancholy scene of a poor orphan girl, who...

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Jane Eyre’s Influence on my Capstone Project

Anna, , February 24, 2021February 24, 2021, Arts & Entertainment, Books or Plays, short fiction, 0

Jane Eyre opens with Jane, a ten year old girl, becoming lost in a book before being rudely interrupted...

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Homelessness Amidst COVID-19

Isabella, , February 21, 2021February 21, 2021, Coronavirus, Homelessness, Writing, 0

The homeless community is being put at risk of COVID-19 due to lack of space and resources, and is...

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In This Kingdom II

Amal, , February 19, 2021February 20, 2021, Poetry, Showcase, Spring 2021, 0

Tap left to go back and right to go forward.

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Undeserved Solitude

Alondra, , February 18, 2021February 18, 2021, Arts & Entertainment, Writing & Communication, 0

(Great Gatsby: Nick’s poem to Gatsby) I contacted so many who I expected to show. Those who weren’t expected...

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Who Should Handle Cyberbullying?

Aaliyah, , February 16, 2021February 17, 2021, Bullying, Media, Quality Education, Showcase, Spring 2021, Teachers as Learners, VoiceThread, 2

In the article, “Should Schools Punish Off-Campus Cyberbullying?” cyberbullying is a major issue that is increasing.  Statistics show that...

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Students & The Pandemic

Aaliyah, , February 16, 2021February 17, 2021, Good Health and Well-Being, Quality Education, Showcase, Spring 2021, Surveys, Youth Activism, 2

In the article, “I Felt Like I Was Suffocating” by Aya Raji speaks on the pandemic and how it...

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Washington Square

Sara, , February 12, 2021February 12, 2021, Poetry, Showcase, Spring 2021, 0

The trees are stripped and twisted. They look old but wise.The cold cutting wind chilling my face and hair.The...

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A Happy Place

Juan, , February 11, 2021February 12, 2021, Poetry, Read/Write Poems, Showcase, Writing & Communication, 3

“Mom I want to go to my room, Instead of sitting out here. Out here I can feel the...

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My Bathroom

Genesis, , February 11, 2021February 12, 2021, Poetry, Read/Write Poems, Showcase, Spring 2021, Writing & Communication, 1

Children, I hope you have a place that’s peaceful like mine once wasMy bathroom, the only place where I...

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A Place Like Haiti

Alexis, , February 11, 2021February 12, 2021, Poetry, Read/Write Poems, Showcase, Spring 2021, 0

With its luxurious Mountains, its oceans that’s 620 mi long.It’s voodoo king and Queen papa legba, Marie LaveauIt’s tasteful...

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The Nick

Mekhi, , February 11, 2021February 11, 2021, Poetry, Semester Published, Spring 2021, 0

I’II tell u why I really love living in New York/ Harlem,     I like to see the nice green...

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Learning About Fake News and How to Spot It

Sam, , February 11, 2021February 12, 2021, Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure, Quality Education, Showcase, Spring 2021, Writing & Communication, 1

In this article written by Alina Tugend about the problems of Fake News, it talks about a particular group...

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Montenegro

Amra, , February 11, 2021February 11, 2021, Poetry, Spring 2021, 0

i Go  to lakes and  only put my feet in Water  is cold so I do not  Swim hear...

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High Up in the Heights

Mario, , February 11, 2021February 11, 2021, Poetry, Spring 2021, 1

High up, a hop up Manhattan, is the heights, It’s where all the Spanish people live. I like it,...

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San Miguel de Allende Plaza

Nico, , February 10, 2021February 12, 2021, Poetry, Showcase, Spring 2021, 2

San Miguel de Allende Plaza As you walkyour feet thud on the stonebirds sing in the trees,you won’t...

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Midnight Books

Tasneem, , February 10, 2021February 11, 2021, Poetry, Showcase, Spring 2021, 0

“Books!” Chuckled I, “yes books”I woke up and flung the hold“Books!” Said I, “thing of pound”Once I sat engaged...

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NY Deli

AlexR, , February 10, 2021February 10, 2021, Poetry, 0

I would ride the trains of new york At night tired, Walk the grey gloomy neighborhood  Of Bushwick, Bright...

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life in New York

Kaimea, , February 10, 2021February 10, 2021, Poetry, Writing & Communication, 0

I  Would  Eat  A quick chicken bowl at chipotle  Dance Along with the music made in subway stations Shop ...

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A Night/Gloomy Morning In NYC

Drew, , February 10, 2021February 14, 2021, Nature, Poetry, Read/Write Poems, Showcase, Spring 2021, 1

Darkness spreads as the sun is ready to sleep. Lights increase, crowds start to flee. The moonlight bounces off the empty...

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Central Park

Ocean, , February 10, 2021February 10, 2021, Poetry, Read/Write Poems, Writing & Communication, 3

Central Park, a park where a variety of birds can be found. A park where joggers jog around. The...

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The Street We Walk

Luisa, , February 10, 2021February 12, 2021, Poetry, Showcase, Spring 2021, 10

I heard them and I still hear themHearing mother calling for their kids To come home before it gets darkHearing...

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New York City

Hai-Cheng, , February 9, 2021February 10, 2021, Places We Love: Photos, Poetry, Showcase, Spring 2021, 3

Five puzzle piecesEach one having many detailsBut they all have one similarityWhich is uniquenessStars of musicComedy prodigiesA compact melting...

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Along Manhattan Avenue

Mbathio, , February 9, 2021February 14, 2021, Poetry, Showcase, Spring 2021, 8

I can still see itabove the yelling and screaming above the locked doors and heavy breathing above the beatings and blood above...

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Adirondacks

Leo, , February 9, 2021February 11, 2021, Poetry, Showcase, Spring 2021, 0

IWould LoveTo go backTo the AdirondacksSwimFishAnd ride on boatsEat good at nightAnd sleep inI want to go backTo my favorite...

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Home

Ian, , February 9, 2021February 11, 2021, Family, Poetry, Read/Write Poems, Showcase, Spring 2021, Writing, 0

My  home is the most important place to meI don’t ever want to leave it no matter how old...

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Union Square 2020

Karim, , February 9, 2021February 11, 2021, Poetry, Showcase, Spring 2021, 0

There was a boy skating on the stairs with a group of friendsThere was a group of people  watchingThere...

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Love is Fire

Karla, , February 6, 2021February 10, 2021, Love, Poetry, Showcase, Spring 2021, 0

Click on the right to go forward, on the left to go back.

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If I Stay–What would you do if you had to choose?

Tasneem, , January 29, 2021February 1, 2021, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, 0

Spoil Alert If I stay by Gayle Forman is about a seventeen-year-old female who lives with her Mom, Dad,...

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I Am Shy

Raniyah, , January 27, 2021January 27, 2021, Fall 2020, Poetry, Psychology, Showcase, Where I'm From, 3
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Dana, from Kindred, is determined, forgiving, and resourceful

Kaimea, , January 27, 2021February 1, 2021, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, History, Showcase, Slavery, 0

Dana, the protagonist in Kindred, has a few traits that influence her relationships with others. Dana tries to do...

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The Remarkable Journey of an Ironman

Gerardo, , January 25, 2021February 1, 2021, Fall 2020, Showcase, Sports, Stories, 0

There is this very young individual called Chris Nikic and he was born with a chromosome disorder referred to...

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Rise and Fall of Warriors #1

Dehao, , January 25, 2021February 1, 2021, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, 0

Recently, I read Warriors Into The Wild by Erin Hunter.  I appreciated this book. I felt that way because...

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RUN!!!!!

Saniya, , January 24, 2021February 1, 2021, Environment, Fall 2020, Science, short fiction, Showcase, Stories, War, Writing & Communication, 0

I watched as The giant, poisonous, green looking cloud rise into the sky and flooded the whole city,  I...

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If Beale Street Could Talk

Drew, , January 23, 2021January 23, 2021, Call to Action, Getting Started, Rights, Writing, 0

Tish, the protagonist in If Beale Street Could Talk, has a few traits that influence her relationships with others....

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A Deeper Look at the Education System

Madison, , January 23, 2021January 23, 2021, Fall 2020, Quality Education, Writing, 1

Today’s students are mentally exhausted, and one major reason for this is the education system, specifically the weight of...

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Soft Thorns

Drew, , January 23, 2021January 23, 2021, Beauty, Journey Poems, Poetry, 0

I think this is my favorite out of the many poetry books I’ve read, mainly because of how so...

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Why are we likely to empathize with anti-heroes?

Megan, , January 23, 2021January 23, 2021, Books or Plays, Media, Writing, 1

In one of my previous blog posts, I discussed some key differences between heroes and villains. Heroes are typically...

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Positive Benefits of eLearning

Isabella, , January 22, 2021January 22, 2021, Coronavirus, Technology, Writing, 0

Due to the Coronavirus, eLearning is an effective way to reduce the spread of the virus, and provide academic...

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Inside the Mind of a Children’s Book Author

Izzy, , January 22, 2021January 22, 2021, Books or Plays, Stories, Writing, Writing & Communication, 0

Arguably one of the most difficult areas of writing to succeed in, children’s books strike the balance between a...

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Inside Out and Back Again

Hai-Cheng, , January 22, 2021January 23, 2021, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, Showcase, 0

Kim Ha, the protagonist in Inside Out and Back Again, has a few traits that influence her relationships with...

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To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before

Drew, , January 22, 2021January 23, 2021, Argument, Beauty, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, History, Love, Showcase, 1

Recently, I read To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before by Jenny Han. I relished the fake love/real love aspects...

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A response to the poetry of Amanda Gorman

Janet, , January 22, 2021January 22, 2021, Fall 2020, Poetry, Showcase, Writing & Communication, 0
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The House of Hades

Ian, , January 22, 2021January 22, 2021, Books or Plays, Stories, Writing, 0

Recently, I read The House of Hades, by Rick Riordan. I really enjoyed reading this book. This is because...

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Janie rises from survivor to striver in Their Eyes Were Watching God

Brendaly, , January 22, 2021January 22, 2021, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, Gender Equity (Women), Love, Showcase, 0

Janie is a  character whose archetype changes dynamically over the course of the book. At the beginning of the...

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THE CURE :)

Daniel, , January 22, 2021February 22, 2021, Coronavirus, Finding Humor, short fiction, Showcase, Spring 2021, Stories, 0

The giant, poisonous cloud rose into the sky, The rash was spreading, pulsing, hurting. Test subject A is unaccounted...

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No More Men

Ashanti, , January 22, 2021January 22, 2021, Stories, Writing & Communication, 0

No More Y's Dr. Young surveyed the jars,each one lit with a purplish-pinkish glow. It was important to replicate...

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The Zombie Deer

Melody, , January 21, 2021January 21, 2021, Environment, Fall 2020, Showcase, Stories, Writing & Communication, 0

A drunk driver mysteriously had hit a deer but it became a “zombie deer.” That deer went into the...

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The Infected Rash

Aniya, , January 21, 2021January 21, 2021, Fall 2020, Poetry, Showcase, Writing, 0

The rash was spreading, gushing, and hurting. I was afraid I didn't know what to do. The rash continued...

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lil key x lil baby

Keyaira, , January 21, 2021January 21, 2021, Arts & Entertainment, Fall 2020, Poetry, Showcase, 0

Lil key x lil baby I say lil baby on the track ayyyy ,  I got my mans from...

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women in prison

Saniya, , January 21, 2021January 21, 2021, Fall 2020, Gender Equity (Women), Poetry, Showcase, 0

Women in prison  Women in prison  we go through a lot. Women in prison we don't get the proper...

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Emergency Services

Ahmir, , January 20, 2021January 20, 2021, Coronavirus, Fall 2020, Good Health and Well-Being, Poetry, Showcase, 0

Hospital Workers in Particular Hospital workers go through thick and thin working.    They are the only people I...

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R.I.P Selena Reyes-Harnandez

Ashanti, , January 20, 2021January 20, 2021, Civic Engagement & Social Justice, Fall 2020, LGBTQ+ Rights, Poetry, Showcase, 0

While I was growing up  I was raised to hate trans people.     Because trans people are men  trying to...

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March: Book One

Ocean, , January 20, 2021January 20, 2021, Books or Plays, Civic Engagement & Social Justice, Fall 2020, Politics, Protest, Showcase, 0

The first sections of March: Book One by John Lewis might leave a reader feeling happy because it’s about...

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Learning Sign Language

Anna, , January 20, 2021January 20, 2021, Goals, Language, Writing & Communication, 0

Although Sign Language is not a language that is spoken with one’s mouth, it can still be as difficult...

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No Crystal Stair, part 2

Hai-Cheng, , January 20, 2021January 27, 2021, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, Writing & Communication, 0

Recently, I read No Crystal Stair, by Vuanda Micheaux Nelson. I enjoyed reading this book. I liked this book...

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My Equal Rights

Aniya, , January 19, 2021January 19, 2021, Civic Engagement & Social Justice, Poetry, 0

I respect others no matter skin color I only didn’t give up my seat because I was in the...

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The Mark of Athena

Ian, , January 19, 2021January 19, 2021, Books or Plays, Stories, Writing, 0

Recently, I read  The Mark of Athena, by Rick Riordan.  I really enjoyed reading this book. This is because...

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And Still I Rise

Drew, , January 18, 2021January 19, 2021, Black Lives Matter, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, Gender, Gender Equity (Women), Poetry, Room with a View, Showcase, Women in Action, 0

This poetry book makes me feel confident and inspired from the way it can grab your “insecurities” or lack...

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Facing the Lion- Simone

Kaimea, , January 16, 2021January 16, 2021, Books or Plays, Memoir Photos, 0

Recently, I read Facing the Lion, by Simone Arnold Liebster.  I enjoyed and appreciated this book. The author, Simone...

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A Dog’s Purpose

Drew, , January 16, 2021January 16, 2021, Beauty, Family, Girl, Good Health and Well-Being, Homelessness, Life on Land, Love, Police, 0

The protagonist is playing the story of a dog who goes through four reincarnations, and comes back every time...

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The Son of Neptune

Ian, , January 15, 2021January 15, 2021, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, Showcase, Stories, Writing, 0

Recently, I read The Son of Neptune by Rick Riordan.  I really enjoyed reading this book. This is because...

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Body positivity

Melody, , January 15, 2021January 15, 2021, Fall 2020, Gender Equity (Women), Media, Poetry, Showcase, Social Media, Writing & Communication, 7

People told me that I shouldn’t show my skin  or that I’m not perfect enough  or fit enough to...

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Never Change

Raniyah, , January 15, 2021January 15, 2021, Fall 2020, Good Health and Well-Being, Poetry, Showcase, 0

I never really understood why I got treated so badly by my classmates. People would say nasty things like “Why...

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Point of view of March Vol 3

Ocean, , January 13, 2021January 13, 2021, Books or Plays, Civic Engagement & Social Justice, Writing & Communication, 0

The first chapters of March vol 3 by John Lewis might leave a reader feeling Hurt  because Black people’s...

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Taking control

Brendaly, , January 13, 2021January 13, 2021, Books or Plays, January 2020, Women in Action, 0

Janie is a  character her archetype changes dynamics over the course of the book. At the beginning of the...

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The Lost Hero

Ian, , January 13, 2021January 13, 2021, Books or Plays, Stories, Writing, 0

Recently, I read The Lost Hero, by Rick Riordan. I really enjoyed reading this book. This is because we...

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Jealousy: Harry Potter and The Goblet of Fire

Emmanuel, , January 12, 2021January 12, 2021, Books or Plays, 0

Harry Potter, the protagonist in Harry Potter and The Goblet of Fire, has a few traits that influence his...

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Friendship: Fantastic Beasts and Where To Find Them

Emmanuel, , January 12, 2021January 12, 2021, Books or Plays, 0

Newt Scamander is a dynamic character. His archetype changes over the course of the play. At the beginning of...

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A bulldozer to his plaything

Liann, , January 12, 2021January 13, 2021, Fall 2020, Love, Poetry, 1

The speaker in “To His Coy Mistress” is persistent, certainly a force to be reckoned with. However, his domineering...

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Do you like the speaker? Why, or why not? Do you think he’s a “nice guy?” If so, what makes you think that he’s nice? If not, what makes you think so?

Anna, , January 12, 2021January 12, 2021, Literary Essay, Poetry, 0

As the speaker centers his whole poem and offer of love around a demand for his desired to give...

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Dangers: Cryer’s Cross

Emmanuel, , January 12, 2021January 12, 2021, Books or Plays, 0

Kendall, the protagonist in Cryer’s Cross, has a few traits that influence her relationships with others. One, she is...

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Change: Miguel Street

Emmanuel, , January 11, 2021January 11, 2021, Books or Plays, 0

Recently, I read Miguel Street, by V.S. Naipaul.  I learn to appreciate this book. In the beginning, I was...

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The Battle of the Labyrinth

Ian, , January 11, 2021January 11, 2021, Books or Plays, Stories, Writing, 0

Recently, I read The Battle of the Labyrinth, by Rick Riordan. I really enjoyed reading this book. Out of...

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Kindness in Freak The Mighty

Emmanuel, , January 10, 2021January 10, 2021, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, Showcase, 0

Maxwell Kane, the protagonist in Freak the Mighty by Rodman Philbrick has a few traits that influence his relationships...

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The Last Olympian

Ian, , January 8, 2021January 8, 2021, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, Showcase, Stories, Writing, 0

Recently, I read The Last Olympian by Rick Riordan. I really enjoyed reading this book. This is because there...

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Why people are protesting and getting mad at the death of innocent Black people

Matthew, , January 8, 2021January 8, 2021, Black Lives Matter, Black Lives Matter At School, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, Protest, Race Relations, Raise Your Voice, Showcase, 3

Recently, I read The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas. I appreciated this book. I say this because it...

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Who Did It?

Nicolle, , January 6, 2021January 8, 2021, Books or Plays, Crime, Decision Making, Fall 2020, Point of View, Showcase, Wonder, 0

Recently, I read  The Outsider by Stephen King.  I found myself captivated by this book. The way Stephen King...

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The Brave: Harry Potter and The Prisoner of Azkaban

Emmanuel, , January 6, 2021January 8, 2021, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, Showcase, 1

Harry Potter is a dynamic character. His archetype changes over the course of the book. At the beginning of...

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The Unknown

Nicolle, , January 6, 2021January 8, 2021, Books or Plays, Decision Making, Fall 2020, Family, History, Showcase, Wonder, 0

Milly, the protagonist in Finding Miracles has a few traits that influence her relationships with others. One, she is...

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The End of Her

Tasneem, , January 5, 2021January 5, 2021, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, Showcase, 0

In the book The End of Her by Shari Lapena many emotions occurred during the time I was reading...

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How much Sharon cares for Tish and Fonny and even the baby that’s in Tish!

Ocean, , January 5, 2021January 5, 2021, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, Showcase, Writing & Communication, 0

The middle sections of If Beale Street Could Talk by James Baldwin might leave a reader feeling in disbelief...

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The Shining

Oliver, , January 5, 2021January 8, 2021, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, Showcase, 0

Jack Torrance, the protagonist in The Shining, has a few traits that influence his  relationships with others. One, he...

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Ready Player One: Winning the Egg

Leo, , January 5, 2021January 8, 2021, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, Showcase, 1

Recently, I read Ready Player 1 by Ernest Cline.  I really enjoyed this book. I liked how it talked...

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The Titan’s Curse

Ian, , January 4, 2021January 4, 2021, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, Showcase, Stories, Writing, 1

Recently, I read  The Titan’s Curse, by Rick Riordan.  I enjoyed reading this book. I liked reading this book...

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The Sea of Monsters

Ian, , January 4, 2021January 4, 2021, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, Showcase, Stories, Writing & Communication, 1

Recently, I read  The Sea of Monsters, by Rick Riordan.  I enjoyed reading this book. I enjoyed reading this...

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The Dangerous Diary: Harry Potter and The Chambers of Secrets

Emmanuel, , December 31, 2020January 4, 2021, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, Showcase, 0

Recently, I read  Harry Potter And The Chambers of Secrets, by J.K. Rowling.  I loved this book. After having...

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Finding Herself

Brendaly, , December 31, 2020January 5, 2021, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, Gender Equity (Women), Showcase, 0

Now that I’ve read over half of  “Their Eyes Were Watching God” by Zora Neal Hurston.  I appreciate this...

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The Fault in Our Stars: Living Life

Emmanuel, , December 27, 2020January 4, 2021, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, Showcase, 2

Hazel Grace Lancaster, the protagonist in The Fault in Our Stars, has a few traits that influence her relationships...

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If Beale Street Could Talk

Ocean, , December 26, 2020January 12, 2021, Books or Plays, Civic Engagement & Social Justice, Fall 2020, Showcase, Writing & Communication, 0

If Beale Street Could Talk is about  systemic racism and how Black men and women are constantly being profiled...

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Fitting In: Wonder

Emmanuel, , December 24, 2020January 4, 2021, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, Showcase, 3

Recently, I read Wonder by R.J. Palacio. I enjoyed this book. This story was touching and sad to read...

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Words in Sound and Shape

Hannah, , December 24, 2020January 4, 2021, Fall 2020, Language, Showcase, 2

The beauty of language reveals itself in how distinctly it touches a person’s identity in both written and spoken...

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Lord of the Flies: The Realities of Having Power

Emmanuel, , December 24, 2020January 4, 2021, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, Showcase, 2

Ralph, one of the main characters in Lord of The Flies, has a few traits that influence his relationships...

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Harry Potter: The Brave 11-Year-Old

Emmanuel, , December 24, 2020January 4, 2021, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, Showcase, 0

Harry Potter is a dynamic character. His archetype changes over the course of the book. At the beginning of...

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New Bodies: Every Day

Emmanuel, , December 19, 2020December 21, 2020, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, Showcase, 0

Recently, I read Every Day, by David Levithan. I loved this book. This book was like no other book;...

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The Scary Story of Goosebumps Horrorland: Creep From The Deep

Emmanuel, , December 19, 2020December 21, 2020, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, Showcase, 0

The fourth and fifth chapters of x by R. L. Stine might leave a reader feeling nervous and scared...

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Six Word Memoirs

Melody, , December 18, 2020December 21, 2020, Fall 2020, Showcase, Six Word Memoir, 0

Six Word Memoirs

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Why are Literary Art Publications Good for Schools?

Susannah, , December 14, 2020December 14, 2020, Creative Writing, Fall 2020, Showcase, Writing, Writing & Communication, 0

What importance do literary arts publications have for schools?  Many students enjoy literary arts in their free time, and...

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Standing Her Ground

Brendaly, , December 14, 2020December 14, 2020, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, Gender Equity (Women), Showcase, 0

Further into “Their Eyes Were Watching God,” Janie and Joe moved to a town made for people of color....

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“Percy Jackson’s Greek Gods” kept me hooked through the whole story

Matthew, , December 11, 2020December 12, 2020, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, NowComment, Showcase, Writing & Communication, 1

Recently, I read Percy Jackson’s Greek Gods by Rick Riordan.  I feel pleased with this book. I say this...

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The opposites

Saniya, , December 10, 2020December 11, 2020, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, Showcase, 0

Bo, the protagonist in the book “Run” has a few traits that influence her relationships with others. One, she...

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In love with the werewolf

Saniya, , December 10, 2020December 11, 2020, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, Showcase, 0

Grace is a dynamic character. Her archetype changes over the course of the book. At the beginning of the...

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From a Nobody to a Savior

Saniya, , December 10, 2020December 11, 2020, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, Showcase, 0

Sam is a dynamic character. Her archetype changes over the course of the book. At the beginning of the...

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Seeking Racial Justice

Aaliyah, , December 7, 2020December 9, 2020, Fall 2020, Media, Race Relations, Reduced Inequalities, Showcase, This I Believe, This is America, VoiceThread, 1

In the article, “Speaking Out About Race,” five teenagers wrote essays voicing the need to build an antiracist society. ...

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What would you choose?- Wealth VS. Happiness

Hanna, , December 4, 2020December 4, 2020, Career & Job Readiness, Happiness, Point of View, Psychology, 2

Personally, I think I would choose wealth over happiness because since our modern-day is such a capitalistic society that...

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Is storytelling still the same today as it once was?

Kate, , December 4, 2020December 4, 2020, Art, Arts & Entertainment, Friendship, History, Media, Poetry, Religion, Stories, Writing, Writing & Communication, 0

Storytelling (in a straightforward sense) was once important to humans. We used storytelling to connect, entertain and pass along...

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Womanhood

Brendaly, , December 3, 2020December 4, 2020, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, Gender Equity (Women), Showcase, 1

In the book “Their Eyes Were Watching God,” I see it takes place back in the olden days, following...

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The collective poems of Langston Hughes “Po Boy Blues”

Ocean, , December 2, 2020December 2, 2020, Poetry, Writing & Communication, 1

Recently, I read the collected poems  by Langston Hughes .  I appreciated the poems and was really engaged in...

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Wild tongues…

Ella, , December 1, 2020December 2, 2020, Art, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, Showcase, 3

I was looking for some input before I glued everything down. What does everything think? I like the arrangement,...

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The Importance of Literary Arts in Schools

Anthony, , December 1, 2020December 1, 2020, Fall 2020, Writing & Communication, 0

As a student my life has been formed through the use of literary arts. This includes reading poetry, short-stories,...

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“The south” by Langston Hughes

Ocean, , November 30, 2020January 6, 2021, Poetry, Read/Write Poems, Writing & Communication, 0

In Langston Hughes poems, “The  collected poems of Langston Hughes” the author writes poems of his life and all...

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Importance of a Catharsis Magazine

Isabella, , November 29, 2020November 29, 2020, Art, Arts & Entertainment, Fall 2020, Photography, Poetry, Showcase, Writing & Communication, 0

Catharsis: the process of releasing, and thereby providing relief from, strong or repressed emotions. High school is a strange...

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Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets

issy, , November 23, 2020November 23, 2020, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, Literary Essay, Showcase, 8

Harry Potter, the protagonist in Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, has a few traits that influence his...

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To Kill a Mockingbird

AlexR, , November 23, 2020November 23, 2020, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, Race Relations, Showcase, Writing & Communication, 1

Atticus Finch, one of the protagonists in To KIll A Mockingbird, has a few traits that influence his relationships...

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How to write a top-notch response to a post

Stephanie, , November 19, 2020November 19, 2020, Creating Community, Point of View, Spark Inquiry with Questions, 0

You just read someone’s post and you think, “Wow! I think that’s great!” You can respond! Authors love to...

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Harry Potter

AlexR, , November 18, 2020November 23, 2020, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, Showcase, Writing & Communication, 5

Harry Potter is a dynamic character. His archetype changes over the course of the book. At the beginning of...

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A Time When Being Anything But White Wasn’t Right

Brendaly, , November 18, 2020November 18, 2020, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, Race Relations, Showcase, 3

The theme in the first two parts of “Born a Crime “ might remind a reader of the beauty...

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A Tragedy that Could Have Been a Friendship

Yeiro, , November 17, 2020November 17, 2020, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, Showcase, 1

Tigo, the protagonist in “The Last Spin,” has a few traits that influence his relationships with others. (See my...

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The Power of Language

Ashley, , November 17, 2020November 23, 2020, Fall 2020, Language, Quality Education, Showcase, 2

Language isn’t just about words, even if dictionaries state otherwise. Most of us communicate through words, yes, be that...

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The Power of Sign Language

Meghan, , November 16, 2020November 23, 2020, Fall 2020, Language, Quality Education, Showcase, Writing & Communication, 0

Language is one of the aspects of society that sets us apart the most. However, it can also bring...

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The Power of Language Involved in Mental Health

Haley, , November 16, 2020November 24, 2020, Fall 2020, Good Health and Well-Being, Language, Showcase, 0

Imagine if you woke up one day and no one said a word. The way we talk defines who...

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The Elite: An Absorbing Book about Standing up for Those Mistreated and Overlooked

Jaylene, , November 16, 2020November 18, 2020, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, Love, Politics, Showcase, Social Class, Women in Action, 4

Recently, I read The Elite, by Kiera Cass.  I enjoyed and absorbed this book. This has become a favorite book...

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The Power of Language Through Reading

Maria, , November 15, 2020November 15, 2020, Fall 2020, Language, Quality Education, Showcase, Writing & Communication, 2

When a child is born the parents document everything, first smile, first outfit, and most importantly first word.  Almost...

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Communication is Key

Maddie, , November 15, 2020December 4, 2020, Fall 2020, Language, Quality Education, Showcase, Writing & Communication, 3

Growing up I have always admired the way my mom communicated with her various environments. Mainly the assisted living...

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The Power of Language in Music

Jessica, , November 15, 2020November 15, 2020, Fall 2020, Language, Music, Quality Education, Showcase, 4

Music has become such a common occurrence in our daily lives. Whether it be on your car radio, from...

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Poems By Langston Hughes

Drew, , November 14, 2020November 14, 2020, Arts & Entertainment, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, History, Poetry, Showcase, 3

Recently, I read Selected Poems, by Langston Hughes.  I relished the thought of the ingeniousness Langston uses in his poems....

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Developed response to The autobiography of Malcolm X,

Ocean, , November 13, 2020January 9, 2021, Books or Plays, Writing & Communication, 3

In Malcolm X  autobiography , the author talks about his life an as an activist, a criminal, and his...

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Communicating With Children Through Literature

Izzy, , November 13, 2020November 13, 2020, Language, Literary Essay, Writing & Communication, 2

Children’s literature, with easy to read stories and colorful pictures, has served as a backbone for teaching various lessons...

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The Impact of Language on Emotions

Megan, , November 13, 2020November 13, 2020, Language, Writing, Writing & Communication, 3

Have you ever been so angry or completely overcome with joy that it took you forever to string together...

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Power of Language

Isabella, , November 13, 2020November 13, 2020, Fall 2020, Language, Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions, Showcase, Writing, Writing & Communication, 2

The power of language builds communities that can connect and understand each other. In addition, language forms an aspect...

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The Power of Language: An Exploration of Literature

Madison, , November 13, 2020November 13, 2020, Fall 2020, Language, Writing & Communication, 1

It is in language, the ink blotted on a page, the deep rasp of spoken word, or even the...

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The Importance of Sign Language

Anna, , November 12, 2020November 12, 2020, Language, Writing & Communication, 1

As the world grows more diverse and strives to become a more accepting environment overall, the ability to communicate...

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1984 plot analysis

Leo, , November 12, 2020November 12, 2020, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions, Showcase, 3

Recently, I read 1984, by George Orwell.  I appreciated this book. I thought that the way it described human nature...

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Character archetypes of Malcolm X

Ocean, , November 12, 2020November 12, 2020, Books or Plays, Writing & Communication, 0

Malcolm X is a dynamic character. His archetype changes over the course of the story . At the beginning...

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The Lightning Theif

Ian, , November 12, 2020November 12, 2020, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, Showcase, Writing, 8

Percy is a dynamic character. His archetype changes over the course of the book. At the beginning of the...

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Plot Analysis Of Death Of A Salesmen.

Matthew, , November 10, 2020November 10, 2020, Black Lives Matter At School, Books or Plays, Writing & Communication, 0

Recently, I read Death Of A Salesman , by Arthur Miller .  I was distraught in a sad way...

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An Unwanted Guest

Ian, , November 10, 2020November 10, 2020, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, Showcase, Writing & Communication, 2

The book I am reading is called An Unwanted Guest by Shari Lapena. This story is about how when...

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Your Hair, Your Right?

Alondra, , November 9, 2020November 9, 2020, Good Health and Well-Being, NowComment, Point of View, Race Relations, Rights, Social Media, Writing, Youth Activism, 1

 In the article “Your Hair, Your Right?” by Joe Bubar it argues that there should be a law passed...

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The confident, thoughtful and empathetic Scout Finch

Kaimea, , November 8, 2020November 9, 2020, To Kill A Mockingbird, Writing, 1

Jean Louise “Scout” Finch, the protagonist in To Kill a Mockingbird, has a few traits that influence her relationships...

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Staff Pick

Sadie, , November 6, 2020November 10, 2020, Art, Fall 2020, Poetry, 1

For many years now, Judge Memorial students have been putting together an annual literary magazine. Our litmag, called Catharsis,...

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The twin

Jaylene, , November 4, 2020November 4, 2020, Books or Plays, Crime, Psychology, 7

Ivy, the protagonist in The Twin, has a few traits that influence her relationships with others. One, she is...

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Great Responsibility in “Sonny’s Blues”

Mariely, , November 3, 2020November 9, 2020, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, Showcase, 1

It was fun to go in-depth into the characters of James Baldwin’s story, “Sonny’s Blues.” This is one of...

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Injustice

Brendaly, , November 3, 2020November 4, 2020, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, Showcase, 8

These are some of my thoughts on the first part of “The Hate U Give.” You can see all...

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Regrets

Brendaly, , November 3, 2020November 4, 2020, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, Showcase, 2

These are some of my thoughts about a short story, “On the Sidewalk Bleeding,” by Evan Hunter. You can...

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Ending a Rivalry

Brendaly, , November 3, 2020November 4, 2020, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, Showcase, 0

In paragraphs 142, 145 and 148 of “The Last Spin” by Evan Hunter may leave a reader feeling upset because...

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Plot analysis of 12 angry men

Matthew, , November 3, 2020November 3, 2020, Books or Plays, Read/Write Poems, Writing & Communication, 4

Recently, I read  12 Angry Men , by Reginald Rose.  I was amazed by this plan, due to the...

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Really shocked me because it really happened to me once and it really is very ugly

Estefani, , November 2, 2020November 2, 2020, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, Police, Race Relations, Showcase, 4

What I’ve been thinking about since I started reading ” The Hate You Give ” by Angie Thomas is...

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Pilgrimage: A Hero’s Journey

Anna, , October 30, 2020October 30, 2020, Fall 2020, Good Health and Well-Being, Literary Essay, Religion, Showcase, 1

Many people travel, volunteer, and/or move away from home to grow and change as a person. In modern language,...

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The Importance of Pilgrimages

Kaylee, , October 30, 2020October 30, 2020, Fall 2020, Literary Essay, Showcase, 0

In general, a pilgrimage is a journey to a sacred place in order to experience a personal transformation. There...

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What Sets Heroes Apart From Villains?

Megan, , October 30, 2020October 30, 2020, Fall 2020, Literary Essay, Showcase, 4

Having empathy gives seemingly normal people the ability to be heroes through their bravery to understand those who feel...

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Pilgrimages: Then and Now

Madison, , October 29, 2020October 30, 2020, Fall 2020, Good Health and Well-Being, Happiness, Literary Essay, Showcase, Writing & Communication, 2

For most, a clear, stereotypical image comes to mind when visualizing the word pilgrimage: an ancient tradition reserved for...

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Empathy and the Coronavirus

Isabella, , October 29, 2020December 15, 2020, Coronavirus, Fall 2020, Good Health and Well-Being, October 2020, Showcase, Writing, 0

The lack of empathy plays a role in the behavior of both scientists and people in the United States...

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Momo by Michael Ende

Leo, , October 29, 2020November 4, 2020, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, Showcase, 0

The first chapter of Momo by Michael Ende might leave a reader feeling relaxed because Momo is very calm...

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One of us is Next

Ocean, , October 28, 2020November 23, 2020, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, Showcase, Writing & Communication, 8

Phoebe , the protagonist in One of us Is Next , has a few traits that influence her relationships...

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What Is Life Without Risk

Nicolle, , October 28, 2020October 29, 2020, American Dream, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, Friendship, Showcase, 5

The book “Paper Towns” by John Green is a really interesting and captivating book with things people have or...

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Book 3 “The 13 Clocks”: An Analysis of Zorn

Leo, , October 28, 2020October 29, 2020, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, Showcase, 0

Prince Zorn, the protagonist in The 13 clocks, has a few traits that influence his relationships with others. One,...

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Harry Potter Response

issy, , October 27, 2020October 29, 2020, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, Showcase, 5

The second chapter of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone by J.K Rowling might leave a reader feeling excited...

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Couple Next Door

Ian, , October 27, 2020October 27, 2020, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, Family, Showcase, Violence, 4

Anne, the protagonist in The Couple Next Door, has a few traits that influence their relationships with others. One,...

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Analysis of Character Archetypes in Lord of the Flies by William Golding

Matthew, , October 26, 2020November 3, 2020, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, Showcase, 0

Ralph is a dynamic character. His archetype changes over the course of the book. At the beginning of the...

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The Harlem Renaissance By: Veronica Chambers

Drew, , October 21, 2020October 21, 2020, Argument, Arts & Entertainment, Black Lives Matter, Civic Engagement & Social Justice, Fall 2020, Family, Friendship, Literary Essay, Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions, Point of View, Politics, Race Relations, Read/Write Poems, Research Help, Rights, Showcase, Slavery, Stories, Youth Activism, 1

(Since this story doesn’t revolve around one person, I thought I would create the protagonist as a whole. Basically...

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Dynamic Character

Hai-Cheng, , October 21, 2020December 10, 2020, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, Showcase, 0

Brian Robeson is a dynamic character. His archetype changes over the course of the book. At the beginning of...

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progression

Alex, , October 21, 2020October 21, 2020, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, Showcase, 0

Sunny is a dynamic character. His archetype changes over the course of the book. At the beginning of the...

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A Certain Slant of Light

Heather, , October 20, 2020February 3, 2021, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, Showcase, 0

Helen is a dynamic character in Laura Whitcomb’s novel A Certain Slant of Light. Her archetype changes over the...

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What Does it Mean to be American?

George, , October 20, 2020October 22, 2020, American Creed, Fall 2020, Family, Friendship, Media, Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions, Showcase, Writing, 1

What does it mean to be American? Whenever someone asks me this question, I instantly think back to the...

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Why Parties Might be Useful to our Government.

Henry, , October 20, 2020November 6, 2020, Fall 2020, Media, Politics, Showcase, This is America, Writing, 0

Since our the constitution was founded, creating our government that we all know today there have been people who...

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One of Us Is Lying

Ocean, , October 19, 2020December 7, 2020, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, Showcase, Writing & Communication, 0

In One of Us is Lying ( the book before One of Us is Next in the series) Nate  is...

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Someone We Know

Ian, , October 19, 2020October 20, 2020, Books or Plays, Crime, Fall 2020, Showcase, Stories, Writing & Communication, 0

Rayleigh is a dynamic character. His archetype changes over the course of the book. At the beginning of the...

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What Does it Mean to Be an American?

Ismael, , October 19, 2020October 20, 2020, American Creed, American Dream, Argument, Fall 2020, History, Religion, Rights, Showcase, Student-Centered, Writing, 2

Being an American is always staying open-minded and welcoming to others. America is filled with so many different people...

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Riot- Walter Dean Myers plot

Jaylene, , October 13, 2020October 16, 2020, Black Lives Matter, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, Family, History, Police, Protest, Rights, Showcase, This is America, Violence, War, 0

Recently, I read  Riot, by Walter Dean Myers.  I appreciated and enjoyed this play. I appreciated being able to...

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My POV Of First Twilight Book

Drew, , October 13, 2020October 16, 2020, Arts & Entertainment, Creative Writing, Fall 2020, Family, Goals, Love, Point of View, Showcase, 4

Recently, I read Twilight, by Stephanie Meyer. I appreciated the allure of darkness, kind of like the “light meets...

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MOCKINGJAY

Kaimea, , October 12, 2020October 16, 2020, Dystopia, Fall 2020, Showcase, Writing & Communication, 4

Recently, I read mockingjay, by Suzanne Collins.  I enjoyed this book because it was very nerve racking and exciting. ...

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Survival!

Hai-Cheng, , October 12, 2020October 16, 2020, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, Showcase, 1

Recently, I read Hatchet, by Gary Paulsen.  I enjoyed this book because I love books that are in the...

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When photos lie…

Alondra, , October 12, 2020October 16, 2020, Fall 2020, Media, Photography, Showcase, Social Media, Writing, Youth Activism, 4

In the articles “When Photos Lie” by Laura Anastasia and Mary Kate Frank the argument is that when navigating...

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Hunger Games Catching Fire

Heather, , October 11, 2020October 16, 2020, Books or Plays, Fall 2020, Showcase, 1

Recently, I read The Hunger Games Catching Fire, by Suzanne Collins. I appreciated this book. I enjoyed this book...

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Ocean the kid:One of us is Next by Karen m. McManus report

Ocean, , October 11, 2020November 4, 2020, Books or Plays, Fall 2020,