“Self Portrait” by Katie McDowell (18), New Orleans Center for Creative Arts "An Old Man in Military Costume" by Simone Wuttke (18), Dartmouth College (recent Benjamin Franklin High School graduate) "This oil on canvas painting is inspired by Rembrandt's 'An Old...
I have sat with anger ingrained in my ribs night after night. I know the five stages of grief. Why am I so stuck on anger? Denial was the first one. It hit when I stood in front of my fridge all alone in my house with my knees wobbling, staring at the screen on my...
Partner Yoga Poses by Laurie Azzano of Lolo’s Youth StudioYaaaas, finally! Hello, summer! Inhale deadlines. Exhale freedom. If you’re like most, summer represents one big sigh of relief. No more early morning alarm clocks, homework, tests, school drama, or crazy,...
Makes 20-24 brownies (depending on how big you slice them) BAKE TIME: 30 minutesIngredients 6 eggs 1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour 3 cups brown sugar 1 cup white sugar 2 sticks butter 1/2 cup Crisco shortening 1 1/2 cups baking cocoa powder 3/4 teaspoon salt 3 teaspoons...
If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, or any form of mental distress, reach out to someone right away who can be there for you. Professional help is always an option when your psychological well-being is at risk. There is zero shame in...
Teen-Friendly NOLA ClinicsClinics that serve adolescents usually focus on the reproductive health needs of adolescents and young adults but may also provide primary care services. The ages served vary depending on the clinic, but they usually include preteens (11 or...
Have you ever wondered how you can apply astrology to your everyday life but don’t know where to start? Astrology can be very complex and sometimes overwhelming to interpret, so I have compiled a quick guide to help you consciously incorporate daily practices to...
Did you know clothing isn’t biodegradable?That means it doesn’t decompose once it’s dumped in the trash—it just sits in a landfill and creates nasty greenhouse gases in our environment. “We have to think longer and harder about the clothing we wear, where it came...
New Orleanians love their glitter, and, more than ever, we all deserve a little extra sparkle in our lives. Addie Ellis of the local biodegradable glitter company Glitter Nymph shared with us how to make shimmery oil that is good for your skin and nature. Since you...
I Feed Her to the Beast and the Beast is Me by Jamison Shea What it’s about: Laure will do anything to prove a Black girl can be a star in the cutthroat world of Parisian ballet, even make a deal with a primordial power she finds in a pulsating river of blood in the...
Are you looking for inspiring ways to volunteer in the local community while fulfilling your school’s service hour requirements? We’ve talked to some great organizations in the area that rely on volunteers to help their wonderful programs run. Learn more about each...
Imagine that you just found out you are pregnant. For some young people, this may be exciting news; for others, it is not. Questions swirl: How can I take care of a baby and finish school? How can I afford to be a parent if I don’t finish school? How will my parents...
Lucy Scholz is my “shero” because she ran 300 miles from Los Angeles, California, to Las Vegas, Nevada, as part of The Speed Project. That’s roughly like running to Houston, Texas, or Seaside, Florida, from New Orleans! Not only did she win the 2023 competition and...
Careers in Skilled Trades With the cost of college continuing to rise, skilled trade careers are a great alternative pathway to stable, well-paying work and upward social mobility. Many trade workers provide essential services and help build and maintain important...
by Dhonielle Clayton
What it’s about: In the world of Orléans, people are born gray and ugly. Belles are revered for their ability to transform the appearance of others and they control beauty. Camellia Beauregard wants to be recognized as the most talented of all the Belles, and be chosen to tend to the royal family. Only there is a dark side to the existence of the Belles, and Camellia soon faces a decision that may change her entire world. Why read it? The writing is engrossing, vivid, and lush, and the exploration of beauty and its price is incredibly thought-provoking. The world is inspired by 18th and 19th century New Orleans, along with Japan and France, specifically Marie Antoinette’s court. The Belles is the first part of a planned duology, so keep an eye out for the sequel.
by Becky Albertalli
What it’s about: Gay 16-year-old Simon is not ready to come out of the closet. What he has been doing is exchanging supportive, and increasingly flirtatious, secret emails with another closeted, anonymous classmate. But when his emails get read by class clown Martin, Simon finds himself being blackmailed into playing wingman for the straight boy. Why read it? If you like fun and cute romances featuring characters you immediately want to be friends with, this award-winning book is for you. And it’s been adapted into the movie Love, Simon starring Nick Robinson and Katherine Langford, so get ahead of the curve and read it before you see it.
by Tomi Adeyemi
What it’s about: Zélie Adebola remembers when the soil of Orïsha hummed with magic. Burners ignited flames, Tiders beckoned waves, and Zélie’s Reaper mother summoned forth souls. But everything changed the night magic disappeared. Under the orders of a ruthless king, maji were targeted and killed, leaving 6-year-old Zélie with-out a mother and her people without hope. Now 17, she has one chance to bring back magic and strike against the monarchy. With the help of a rogue princess, Zélie must outwit and outrun the crown prince, who is hell-bent on eradicating magic for good. Why read it? Zélie is the heroine we both want and need in 2018! This West African inspired fantasy has been one of the most hotly anticipated books for the past year, and the movie version is already in development.
by Jason Reynolds
What it’s about: Will gets on the elevator, heading down, to get revenge on his brother’s murderer. But in those 60 seconds it takes the elevator to descend from the 7th floor, Will encounters seven ghosts who knew his brother and reveal truths Will needs to know. Why read it? Long Way Down is a novel written in verse, which makes this unputdownable book a quick read. Jason Reynolds has authored nine books since 2014, and they just keep getting better and better. If you like audiobooks, this one, which is read by the author, is an intense and captivating listen.
by Sayantani DasGupta
What it’s about: Kiranmala thought she was just a normal Indian American girl from New Jersey, despite the fantastical tales her parents liked to tell her. But on the morning of her 12th birthday, Kiran’s parents vanish and a rakkhosh demon tries to eat her alive. After two handsome princes show up, she travels with them to a parallel dimension filled with magic, winged horses, moving maps, and talking birds, on a quest to save her parents and her entire world. Why read it? American pop culture, Indian mythology, interdimensional demon slaying, over-the-top action, witty banter—this adventure story has it all, and if that wasn’t enough, it’s laugh-out-loud funny too.
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