IMAGES FROM SHORTRIDGE: HALFWAY TO REVERBERATIONS DEBUT
On the last day of our Fall semester, our full complement of Shortridge writers joined us for hot Takis and camaraderie. Though …
‘THE BEST THING I’VE EVER DONE IN MY LIFE…’
Who knew that the most chaotic and stressful part of my semester would be the best thing I’ve ever done in my …
‘MENTORS NEVER ACTUALLY SAY GOODBYE’
“Friends never say goodbye” — Elton John OK, more like mentors never actually say goodbye. After this long, exhausting and equally wonderful …
A RECIPE FOR SUCCESS
Butler Writers is an experience. You may think you’re ready, but you have no idea what you’re getting into when you step …
‘I DO NOT WANT THIS TO END…’
During this semester, I have struggled with understanding why so many teachers leave the school or do not take the time to …
TWO POEMS FOR BROAD RIPPLE
First Day Jitters We walked orange streaked hallways with imposing red lockers. Around the corners, whispers in huddles. We readied the sandwiches. …
‘THE DANCING IS FINE WITH ME…’
Already, I have been able to get into a rhythm with a specific group of students. They seem to have a lot …
FIRST TRY AT A SECOND CHANCE
I have said it many times and I’m not scared to say it again: being at Broad Ripple is like stepping into …
HUGS, SMILES, AND THUNDERHEADS
Wow. It’s hard to describe this program. It’s exhausting. It’s gratifying. It’s terrifying. But most of all, it makes me want to …
TO WRITE ONE SENTENCE
I’ve only ever seen I— write one sentence. On the first day of Butler Writers, he came in, looked around, took a …