Igor and Frank
A new school. No friends. Fear. Uncertainty. So many of us have been there. In this touching piece, an anonymous Seven Hills student remembers two peers who made things better…
Read MoreForever Cold Night – Chapter 2
Chapter 1 Recap: “The Resh” have taken over Earth. Jay wants to get off the planet, but needs money. He maneuvers his way into a party the Resh elite are…
Read MoreWaiting & Wondering – Five Poems
From his passenger seat perch in the 8th Grade, Nick S. stares out at the proverbial open road and presents five original poems.
Read MoreDemocracy and Community
Xavier C. Democracy and community are two very important ideas for our country to work the way it is intended. I believe that neither democracy nor community can work without…
Read MoreThe Wonder of Trees
A few weeks ago, the 8th Grade class ventured out into the woods and contemplated trees. Here’s a selected compilation of their observations.
Read MoreWhy 7HS Needs A Longer Lunch
This week, 7th Grade Max asks, when we sit down to eat, why don’t we slow down a little?
Read MoreEnd of Summer Poems
In this week’s edition of Ashes & Sparks, 8th Graders reflect on the changing of seasons.
Read MoreThe Real World Power of Ninja Turtles
Cowabunga, dude! 7th Grade Cameron draws inspiration from an unexpected source in this touching piece about change.
Read MoreBaby Birds
The transient, delicate connection between humans and nature runs through 8th Grade Anthony’s essay about a bittersweet connection with a baby bird.
Read MoreToast Troubles
In this delightfully strange piece from 7th Grade Nathan, the protagonist falls down a tunnel, busts through a pile of rocks, and breaks the fourth wall.
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