2016-17 Georgia Poet Laureate's Contest
Each student was asked to write a poem (15-30 lines) to enter into the GA Poet Laureate's contest, sponsored by the Georgia Council for the Arts. The poems were collected, and seventeen 9th grade finalists from this class will be sent to the state level competition (that is to say, their poems will be sent). The state level winner will have his/her poem published, as well as receiving other rewards. The poems posted here are all from my first period literature class. Some students opted to not have their poems posted on this blog, so those you will not see. Enjoy! “Alright” By Rebecca Arnold Surrounded by people But I feel so alone Many voices are speaking But none that I know I just don't belong here But I can't get away So I just take a breath And to myself I say: “You are going to be okay You are going to be alright Just keep smiling Just keep holding your head up high It will all work out it will all be fine Soon this ...