Leylah Moreno
For MCHS's annual Writers Week, the Celebration Of Words welcomes all on, the sophomores participate in the Poetry Slam, and New York Times bestselling author Matt de la Peña comes to speak to the school and sign copies of his books.
MCHS is set to host a week-long celebration of literature, aimed at recognizing and encouraging the talent of students during Writer’s Week from February 5-9.
The event kicks off on Monday, February 5th, during the school’s AIM period, with a Celebration of Words. Students and staff will take to the podium to read aloud the written works that they feel are important to them.
On Tuesday and Wednesday, exceptional students who have been nominated by their teachers as talented writers will be given the opportunity to showcase their skills in writing and poetry.
Thursday’s event will feature a book signing, where students will have the chance to meet Matt de la Peña, author of “Ball Don’t Lie” and “Mexican White Boy”. Additionally, English classes are scheduled to participate in book-talk presentations with said author during periods 1-4 at Upper Campus.
The week-long celebration culminates in MCHS’s Annual Poetry Slam on Friday. During this event, sophomore students will present their original poetry to their peers, along with a panel of judges selecting the best-written poetry. The event promises to be a showcase of the school’s finest literary talent.