Bully Me Why?

By: Kiavonni Monger, Jennings Senior High (Edited by Expressions Challenge) Bully, why can’t you see the pain at home already makes me cry? I come to school to get away but you hurt me worse with the words you say. Following me up and down the halls, laughing at the names I’m being called. You … Continued

Enough

By Christa Zhang, University City High School (Edited by Expressions Challenge) What is beauty when we don’t even see beauty in ourselves? What is talent when we are all convinced that we aren’t good at anything? And more importantly, who are we, when we aren’t even aware of our self-worth? 90% of girls want to change … Continued

A Walk in Stangers’ Shoes

By Tiffany Watkins, Carnahan High School of the Future (Edited by Expressions Challenge) Express yourself because no one can do it better Don’t listen to the negativity just keep climbing the ladder Regardless of what happens be happy that you’re around To watch others cheer up that used to be down Stop telling yourself what you … Continued

Escape to a World by Ryshaun Brown

Escape to a World by Ryshaun Brown Clyde C. Miller Career Academy, 10th Grade St. Louis, MO Escape to a world within the mind, where your future is yours and your past falls behind. A world you create where low self-esteem doesn’t exist. Come and join me, I insist! Escape to a world within the … Continued

10 Easy and Creative Valentines

Ready for Valentines Day? You don’t need to spend lots of time and money creating the perfect valentine for your loved ones. Here are a few creative ideas:     1. Puzzle Valentines- They are in-expensive and playful.   2. Hostess Valentine- This is great for anyone who love Hostess or loves minions. 3. Mason … Continued

Inner Cosmos by Finalist Mariam Keita

Poem by Chicago Finalist Mariam Keita Winnie Mandela Options High School Inner Cosmos The shine of your star is fading The glitter in your eyes is dimming The pride in your body is crumbling The hope in your heart is dying A star has descended from the dark sky Falling down over a million miles … Continued

What is Respect? by Finalists Alex Panchot & Reid Doctor

By St. Louis Finalists Alex Panchot and Reid Doctor Metro High School What is respect? What is respect? Respect is an integral part of everyday human interaction. Respect can be towards anyone and anything, but the understanding of respect is the problem for today’s youth. Respect, for me at least, is the common understanding of … Continued

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