Nia Thompson

Nia is a 17-year-old student who aspires to express her thoughts through all forms of writing and creative outlets. She has a slight obsession with chocolate, slam poems, YA novels, fashion, and music. You can find her in an ethnic studies class or a funky coffee shop.

Posts by Nia Thompson:

Yes, Teens Do Read – But How Do We Get More of Them Doing It?

Mar. 27, 2017 / By
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Instead of blaming technology, we might start by look to the classroom for some answers, Youth Reporter Nia Thompson writes.

Youth Media Conference Spurs Visions of a Bright Future

Jan. 25, 2017 / By
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"These youth sought to spark change and help others. They craved expression in all forms. That is when I realized I was home."

This Election, Forget Party Loyalty and Single Issue Voting

Nov. 1, 2016 / By
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Youth Reporter Nia Thompson writes that the stakes are too high to vote the old, traditional way.

To Kneel or Stand — Poly Students Chime in On National Anthem Protest

Oct. 21, 2016 / By
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Youth Reporter Nia Thompson asked school athletes about the Kaepernick kneel. But some shied away from the topic. "Their hesitancy is understandable, though disappointing," she writes.

Review: HS Students Impress Us All with Green Art, Furniture Exhibit at MOLAA

Jul. 1, 2016 / By
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The exhibit sheds light on a different way to “reduce, reuse, and recycle,” as the students' pieces prove artists can be creative while being environmentally conscious as well. Exhibit ends Sunday.