And it’s a wrap!

Today we wrapped up our residency at Latino Youth High School with both our English Class and After School Poetry Club by watching some videos of some significant spoken word poets. I introduced students to Patricia Smith, Beau Sia, Saul Williams, Chicago’s own Nate Marshall, as well as a few other poets who have been instrumental in shaping the trajectory of the art form. It was a great way to show students what’s possible and how creative the world of poetry can be beyond the page, and it was a great way to end our residency together. A huge thank you to the staff at Latino Youth School, in particular Ms. Gualito who was such a great partner, and to the students for sharing their stories. Congratulations to all the Seniors on their graduation and wishing everyone a wonderful summer!