SECOND PLACE WINNER

Grade: 7th
School: Ralston Middle School
Hobbies/Interests: Basketball, Soccer, Art
Why I write: Blood, sweat, tears. This is the way that life goes, and the same goes with writing. You work as hard as possible 100% every time to make this essay, story, or argument perfect. That's my approach to life and writing. I write because it is an art I have not yet mastered. Writing is a way to get a message out into this world. I want to take my part in leading this world to a brighter future. Practice makes perfect. Michael Jordan, Messi, Tom Brady, etc., were beginners. I might not be the greatest writer now but with practice, I can implant my visions for the world in others.

Awards

  • Top Creative Work of the Month - March ‘25

  • Second Place Contest Winner - Winter ‘24

  • Top Creative Work of the Month - December ‘24

Dive into Michael's World

Dive into Michael's World

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Top Basketball Shoes of 2025
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Top Basketball Shoes of 2025
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Basketball shoes aren’t just about looking good; they’re about performance, durability, and how they fit your game.

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Get Frustrated
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Get Frustrated
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TOP CREATIVE WORK OF THE MONTH: A collection of lessons from my father about success: perseverance and gratitude in times of disappointment.

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Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell: Part 3
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Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell: Part 3
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RADIO SHOW: The final descent of Dawoud’s million dollar business fraud.

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Erased from History
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Erased from History
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SECOND PLACE CONTEST WINNER: A leader of the civil rights movement, Bayard Rustin organized the march on Washington, changing America forever. Why did he disappear from the history books?

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Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell: Part 2
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Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell: Part 2
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RADIO SHOW: How far will Dawoud go to bring his family to America? How many millions will he steal?

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Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell: Part 1
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Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell: Part 1
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RADIO SHOW: The story of how Mohomet (Matthew) Dawoud broke into millions of people's wallets.

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Stories From the Bay Area Streets
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Stories From the Bay Area Streets
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What we can do to help people trapped in the middle of the homeless epidemic.

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An American Dream
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An American Dream
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“Why can’t I do this?” my friend said, tears rolling down his cheeks.

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