At McNulty Elementary, a group of students are the foundation of a creative initiative. A handful of creative writers participate in the freedom to express their thoughts on a variety of topics.
For Dior Pittman, the newsletter focuses around her love for writing. Archer Jackson finds excitement in both writing and technology to enhance his creativity. Emma Grant views the club as a way to become a better writer. Grayson Silva, adds a touch of jokes to the group's content.
When it comes to contributing to the newspaper, Dior proposes themed days for the school calendar, like the idea of countdown days featuring activities such as wearing silly socks. Archer suggests a tech-centric approach, proposing the incorporation of Ozobot Robots and Cubetto into their content.
The topics that attract the most excitement among these young writers? Animals. Dior, Emma, and Archer all share a common love for animals.
The students arrive before 8 a.m. to focus on their write-ups. This initiative has been consistent for three years, with Emma representing her presence since the group's creation.
An aspect of the group is its student-led nature. The kids have full responsibility for their work, from drafting articles outside of school hours to collaborating on Google Docs for editing. The collaboration extends across grade levels, with fifth graders mentoring third graders.
The group serves as a place of creativity, growth, and collaboration. This program fosters a sense of unity and purpose within McNulty Elementary.