By Bethany Schneekloth I am an active member in both choir and band in my school. Music has always been an important part of my 17-year-long life, from classical music to the newer pop music – I listen to it all. I have learned as of late to start associating certain emotions of mine to a specific type or style of music in which listening to helps me get through. Ever … [Read more...]
Journal Writing Project: The meaning of flowers
By Zara Wilkemeyer There are times when a person is unable to say what they are thinking and many people call this “cat got your tongue.” However, there is a way to say what you want to say without having the cat get your tongue, forget what you want to say, or stumble over your words, and this way is called the language of flowers. Each flower has its own meaning and what … [Read more...]
Journal Writing Project: Reflection of ourselves
By Leah Himlie If someone walked down every street of Minneapolis and counted the number of people of color, how many would that person see? If a survey of the entire state of Minnesota was conducted, how many people would check a box declaring their sexual orientation something other than straight? In the United States, how many would state their religion to be something … [Read more...]
Journal Writing Project Masters track and field: Give it a shot
By Kaycie Bellrichard If you thought your athletic passions had to end when you were young, think again. Did you know there are track and field meets for adults ages 30 and up all around the nation? Organizations such as USA Track and Field, State Games of America, and the National Senior Games offer track and field meets for older adults, often referred to as Masters track … [Read more...]
Journal Writing Project 17 years of climate change
By Makayla Braaten Since the third grade I was passionate about learning more on marine life and all life on Earth has to offer. As the years went by, my passion for the underwater world and life on land began to become more in danger. Within my lifetime, there have been an absurd amount of tragedies within our climate, which is exactly why I’ve chosen to write about it. … [Read more...]
Journal Writing Project: The scary truth of high school students’ mental health
For as long as I can remember, there has been talk about high school students and mental health. There are many different levels involved in mental health, stress being one of the leading problems among youth and even adults. Stress can potentially lead to many other mental health issues such as: depression, anxiety, and many others. Everyone says that they want the best for … [Read more...]
Journal Writing Project: Why it’s important to give back
By Corinna Wiemerslage Have you ever heard the saying, “The people who have the least, give back the most”? This saying is not always true, but it is a fantastic idea to give back to the community you were raised in or currently live in, a local business and different charity organizations. Giving back to your community will allow your community to continue to survive and … [Read more...]
Journal Writing Project: A night to remember
By Zara Wilkemeyer On the night of December 7, there was an occasion at Fillmore Central School that I had the privilege of attending. The walk to the school’s stage gym building was not one that I particularly enjoyed as the night was cold and the wind was bitter. However, upon entering the building for the Tapestry Dinner Concert, I was greeted by a warmth that the outside … [Read more...]
Journal Writing Project: The perils of indifference
By Leah Himlie To how many things are we as a society now emotionally numb? School shootings are commonplace, immigrant children have been ripped away from their families, half of our veteran population is homeless, and more. It’s scary to be confronted with the question of if we care about others, but it is one we must ask ourselves from time to time. Most people want to … [Read more...]
Journal Writing Project: Adopt this holiday season
By Kaycie Bellrichard With the holiday season quickly approaching, it is important to think about what we are thankful for. There is so much to appreciate; like a warm home, getting an education, having clean drinking water, and having good friends. Personally, I am most thankful for my family. They are always there to support me and make me feel loved. One of the most … [Read more...]






