MY PROJECT!

    In order to “solve” my research problem (which was the lack of creative writing in schools), I decided to write poems in my free time. I wanted my project to be personal because poetry is oftentimes, if not all the time, personal. And, since poetry is a component of creative writing, I found the perfect solution and did not need that much material for it. All I used for my project was a pencil, a blue pen, a black pen, and pieces of paper. In my process of creating a poem, I start off with writing a rough draft in pencil. This is to just get the layout and theme of what the poem will be about. Then, I use a blue pen to make any edits I see fit, whether that means changing words for rhyming, revising sentences for better flow, or adding/deleting any details for my desired outcome. Once I am satisfied with the edited version of my poem, I re-write it in black pen, and for my final touch, I sign my name at the bottom. I have provided pictures of my progress in writing poems below this section. ​

MY PROJECT PROGRESS

CALL TO ACTION

    Even though this is the end of my passion project, I will still continue writing poems in my free time. I view poetry as a way of processing my thoughts, feelings, and ideas. This school was very stressful for me, but I realized that by writing poetry, I have managed that stress well. I believe that everyone should have an outlet for themselves when times get rough. It is important to take priority in what one is feeling when those emotions become overwhelming. I know that poetry may not be suitable for everyone, but creative writing comes in many forms. In fact, creative writing is endless and there is no “right or wrong” way to go about it. So, if high school is where poetry and creative writing meet their overall end, then we have the power to bring it back to life, starting with a single piece of paper. ​