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Isolation in a Connected World: Loneliness in Where the Crawdads Sing
We're more connected today than ever, phones in our hands, news and alerts everywhere. Yet, so many of us know what it means to feel deeply alone.
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Melody of Us
Dear V, don’t go tonight. stay here one more time. “2002” is playing again.
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Writing Contest
Calling all students in Greenville and East St. Louis! Enter the Youth Be Heard Writing contest by 2/15/2026 to win up to a $100 prize and have your work published…
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Create-A-Thon!
Excitement is in the air!Join us for Youth Be Heard’s Adults-Only Create-A-Thon, where you’ll experience the terror, thrill, and questionable decision-making of creative expression. No talent required. (Being bad is part of the…
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Gen Z: The Burnout Generation
I’m 21, and I already feel like I’ve lived five lives. One minute I’m studying for exams.
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The Noble Food Fight
All the lords and ladies stream through the door And onto the royal dancing floor And lo! what assails their eyes But food, meat, veggies, and a lot of pies
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When I’m Mixed
When I’m too black When I’m too white And still get the vicious racist comments When I’m too white for the black kids
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Book Banning: The Importance of Teaching Discomfort
Literature, film, and other forms of media are powerful tools that we should use to explore the most urgent issues in our society.
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Greenville Youth Showcase and Community Education Event
We are thrilled to announce our Greenville/Bond County showcase and community education event. This event is open to community members of all ages. Location: The Smart Center in Greenville,…
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Bacon Definitions
In all lore and stories There is but one true glory It’s smoked, it’s meat It’s definitely quite a treat!
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Overcoming Self-Doubt Through Sports
I was nervous, but the adrenaline made me stronger in the moment. My very first serve was my very first ace.
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20/20
20/20 was a piece from my AP Art portfolio exploring how anxiety can distort your perception of the world.
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My Invisible Battle
People usually think, “Well, you don’t look sick, so surely you don’t feel sick.” Unfortunately, these comments come from those who haven’t dealt with chronic illness.
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Importance of Mental Health Awareness in the South Asian Community
Together, let’s create a positive space where we can openly discuss and address mental health issues.
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She Felt Loved
She felt comfort as her mom did her makeup in the bathroom as music played. She felt pretty as she put on her first homecoming dress and walked down the…
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In Pursuit of Escape from Today
I always feel so cold, As I am searching for peace. How I wish to find it in a book, Or a black-and-white movie,
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Brown Skinned Beauty
Love and kindness welcomed me with wide-tooth combs and rosemary Love and affection surrounded me with sweet R&B and smells of honey
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No Road is Long with Good Company
I once had a friend who had a sole purpose: To protect and support as I put in the miles. Faded, torn, worn through many trials, For no road is…
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Summer Strengths Based Writing Program
Interested in a summer program to develop your writing skills? If you live in Bond County, Illinois or East St. Louis, Illinois Fill out this form to let us know…
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This Summer
The weather starts to feel familiar, Warmer days force me to remember I see us running, barefoot and laughing, Racing through backyards and bushes
