LTAB 2013 Performers

We had a great turnout for our LTAB try-outs. This is the first year that Plainfield is participating in LTAB and I am very excited to be able to experience this with all of you. When I realized that this should be a "team voting" system in the beginning of the year, I was a bit concerned with how it would work and if it would be fair. I truly believe that you have been responsible voters and have been fair and encouraging to everyone who has tried out. And, quite honestly, it makes it easier for me...I have ONE vote just like each of you. These results are not because ONE person decided--rather, the group decided who is representing for each performance. Each of you has more courage than I EVER did as a young adult and I want you to be encouraged by this opportunity. Never discouraged. You are all amazing and extremely talented writers with so much to say. The creativity that comes out of you is something that is powerful and inspiring. Please know that it's not about the points, it's about the poetry. You will hear that throughout the LTAB experience. It's not about "winning" as a team or as a representative to "be on" our team. You are always a part of our team even if you did not get selected for this performance or if you haven't been able to attend the meetings. You are always welcome to drop in. Anytime. It's about sharing your thoughts with others and making connections with other poets from all over the Chicagoland area. It's going to be a life-changing experience for all of us.

The votes are in and the following students have been chosen to represent Plainfield in Louder Than A Bomb National Poetry Competition 2013.

Plainfield East High School:

Group Piece- Raphael, Niani, Donna, and Deniece (Alternate: Lindsey)

Indys-

1. Rapheal

2. Lindsey

3. Victoria

4. Deniece

Alternate: Niani

John F. Kennedy Middle School:

Group Piece- Jordan, Paige, Esmeralda, Caitlin (Alternate: TBD)

Indys-

1. Jordan

2. Esmeralda

3. Caitlin

4. Lota

Alternate: Nneka

Congrats to all of the performers and a huge thank you to all poets who tried out. We are a TEAM and YOU have voted for these poets so as a TEAM we will support our group through thick and thin!