My Word

My Word

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Josh Clark
Michelle MbeKeani
Langston Kerman
David Gilmer

Oak Park-River Forest High School
Coach: Peter Khan

Short Description: A group piece by four poets - this poem is about the importance of a family name, and knowing the history that surrounds it in order to bring forward a greater understanding of diversity.