June 2023 Poem: this i know for sure
In this poem, North Carolina Poet Laureate Jaki Shelton Green writes about the joy of Juneteenth and the horror that came before it.
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Meet North Carolina’s High School Poet Laureates
A new program developed by Jaki Shelton Green celebrates talented young poets across the state. Meet the first four high school laureates.
Poetry: Times Change, Us Too by Leah Dew
This poem is by Leah Dew, the High School Poet Laureate at South Columbus High School, and reflects on the passage of time.
Poetry: Boylan Bridge by Justin Wellons
This peaceful poem by the East Columbus Junior/Senior High School Poet Laureate finds joy in humanity and our cities.
Poetry: Mallard Ducks
A poem from Terri Kirby Erickson about a pair of old, married mallard ducks.
Poetry: Sense of Home by Abigail McPherson
This poem by Columbus Career and College Academy High School Laureate Abigail McPherson considers the beauty of the countryside.
Poetry: Society by Alleyna Roberts
This poem by Alleyna Roberts, the High School Poet Laureate at West Columbus High School, offers a reflection on feeling trapped by society.
March 2023 Poem: Letter to Madeline
This poem by Danae Younge is a reflection on the intricacies of childhood friendships, jealousy and shaping an identity.
February 2023 Poem: Black Tidal Waves on the Frontline
This poem by Dasan Ahanu explores social injustice and survival and the strength, yet hardship it creates.
My Poetic Summer Vacation
Much like dessert, sometimes the best things come later in life.
May Poem: Forgetting Age by Paul Jones
In this dreamy piece, noted poet Paul Jones reflects on how memory changes as one grows older.
April Poem: Love Letter to Grass
In this poem, the author imagines a world where we live infinite, but different, lifetimes that collect within our souls.
How to Hygge in Raleigh
Savor the North Carolina winter — or a chilly spring day — the Dutch way these ideas to channel all the cozy vibes.
Red Clay & Jewels
Jaki Shelton Green, the ninth Poet Laureate of North Carolina, captures the beauty and cruelty of humanity her writing.