Sydney is part of a club that makes fighting for an all-gender bathroom in their school a priority. [more]
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Although Emily likes the academic rigors of her specialized high school, she struggles with the notion that she can’t pursue her artistic inclinations. [more]

Zachary reports on his experience at the 2019 climate strike. He calls for young people to hold their elected representatives accountable for combating climate change. [more]
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The author is abused and bullied, and becomes very angry. Fighting is a good release for her -- until she faces arrest. Then she learns self-control. [more]

Asa tries to ignore a friend’s racist comments and behavior, but it snowballs and soon she must confront not only her “friend” but also the principal. [more]
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Adrian resents people telling them that being nonbinary is something new. In fact, nonbinary people have existed—and been celebrated—by diverse cultures for ages. [more]
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Will asks a trusted principal about the lack of black teachers in his school and explains why this lack is problematic. [more]
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After immigrating from Haiti at age 11, Sabatine has to help her parents navigate life in the United States. "It’s shown me that I can handle a lot," she writes. [more]

After struggling with her course load, Gabby reaches out to her advisor for help and comes up with a plan. [more]

Luzeli worries about the possibility of being separated from her parents, who are undocumented immigrants from Mexico. [more]
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