young scholars
Growing pains: Pressure of being a teen today
By Shaniyahh Riddick/Wiley High School Being a teen in high school poses a lot of challenges. Many of us are searching for our identities, trying to belong, and striving for independence. When you add sports and other school activities, it puts even more pressure on teens. A lot of adults think we are acting out…
Read MoreSacrifice is necessary for growth
By Sebastian King/ATEMS High School John 3:16 says, “For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” Whenever I read this verse, not only am I reminded of God’s love, but I think about sacrifice. I believe that sacrifice…
Read MoreJuneteenth: Celebrating the day freedom arrived
By Mariahh Riddick/Wylie East Junior High School Juneteenth is a holiday celebrated on June 19 every year. It remembers the day in 1865 when enslaved African Americans in Texas were finally told they were free. Even though President Abraham Lincoln had already ended slavery with the Emancipation Proclamation in 1863, many people in Texas did…
Read MoreA Day to Celebrate Mom
By Gormen Bellepu/Craig Middle School Mother’s Day is a very special day to celebrate moms and everything they do for us. My mom is kind, caring, and always helps me when I need it. She works hard every day to make sure our family is happy and safe. One reason I love my mom is…
Read MoreCelebrating dads and father figures
By Ezekiel Newby/Clack Middle School Father’s Day is a time to celebrate dads and other important father figures. It takes place every year on the third Sunday in June. On this day, people across the country show their appreciation for everything dads do, like helping with homework, teaching us to ride a bike, or offering…
Read MoreFor once, not the only one
By Anajah Woah/Abilene High School The month of June tends to be a highlight of the Black community due to the celebration of Juneteenth. For many Black people, Juneteenth is a time when the community can come together over shared enjoyments like food, music, line dances, and overall positive community involvement. I enjoy that day…
Read MoreHow music moves us
By Shaniyahh Riddick/Wiley High School Music can have a big effect on people’s moods and emotions. Different types of music can make someone feel happy, calm, excited, or even sad. For example, upbeat music can give people energy and improve their mood, while slow music can help people relax after a stressful day. Many people…
Read MoreEvery day for Earth Day
By Gormen Bellepu/Craig Middle School Earth Day is a special day that we celebrate every year on April 22. It is a time to think about our planet and how we can take care of it. The Earth gives us everything we need, like air to breathe, water to drink, and land to live on.…
Read MoreHonoring those who made the ultimate sacrifice
By Ezekiel Newby/Clack Middle School Memorial Day is an American holiday on May 25. This is a very special day because it honors the men and women who have sadly died while serving in the U.S. military. Originally known as “Decoration Day,” it originated in the years after the Civil War and became an official…
Read MoreLearning the art of letting go
By Anajah Woah/Abilene High School From first place to last, from being over qualified to under qualified and overall settling with the fact that the most unpredictable thing I can do in my life is live it. As the school year comes to an end and I grapple with the fact that college decisions are…
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