This poem encapsulates my hopeful outlook as I anticipate the journey of high school. It portrays the excitement and optimism that come with embracing new experiences and opportunities. I hope this poem is something anybody in school, whether starting off high school, or continuing it can identify with.

Personally when I think of hope for the world, I think of the unalienable rights of everyone. Freedom, Democracy, and Justice. Freedom because every person has a right to their freedoms. Democracy because it is a way for everyone to impact the world around them. Justice because no one can be accused and not be given a trial or a right to defend themselves. The flags present on the Earth act as bandages holding the world together and keeping it from falling apart.

Evelyn Anderson (9th Grade) with her mother, Jannie, Dr. Bozzay (Principal), Shalom Bowcott (MC PTSA President) and Joyce Medina (MC PTSA Reflections Chair).

Rhea Tokas (11th Grade) with her family, Principal Dr. Bozzay, Shalom Bowcott (MC PTSA President) and Joyce Medina (MC PTSA Reflections Chair).