There's a lot of talk about accountability these days. Based on the successes and failures of various schools, we can conclude pretty confidently that accountability is important for students; if a student, and all of his or her achievement and labor, is accountable to someone, that will give the student an enormous boost. That lesson is one we can all learn from. Today I want to talk about why being accountable to someone is crucial for your creative writing. (Read more »)
From natural disasters to political uprisings, thereีs a lot going on in our world. Do you have a first-hand account, a unique perspective, or a strong opinion on a topic currently in the news? The teen perspective is too often left out of the media dialogue, so submit your story or opinion and make sure your voice is heard. http://teenink.com/submit
By Amy O., Westwood, MA
