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Writing Contest
Spring 2015: “Learning That Matters” Powerful Voice Winner Noah Carey-Smith
Noah Carey-Smith is a student at the Aveson School of Leaders in Altadena, California. He read and responded to the YES! Magazine interview with Curtis Acosta, “When This Teacher’s Ethnic Studies Classes
Writing Contest
Spring 2015: “Learning That Matters” Literary Gems
We received many powerful essays for the Spring 2015 Writing Competition. Though not every participant can win the contest, we’d like to share some excerpts that caught our eye.
Writing Contest
Spring 2015: Curtis Acosta’s Response to “Learning That Matters” Essay Winners
Curtis Acosta responds to the winners of the Spring 2015 “Learning That Matters” essay competition.
“Restorative Justice” Student Writing Lesson
Do teachers and administrators at your school discipline students with dignity? Or with disrespect?
“Support for Veterans” Student Writing Lesson
Whether or not you agree with war, how might you welcome a war veteran home and support his return to community life?
“Simple Living” Student Writing Lesson
If you simplified your life, what things would you get rid of or use less?
“Your Dream House” Student Writing Lesson
If you could design your dream house, what would it look like?
“Eating Together” Student Writing Lesson
Does it matter who you eat with and how often you eat together?
“Bridging Differences” Student Writing Lesson
How do you resolve differences you have with family members and friends?
