Tomorrow, is my last first day of high school. Call me a sentimentalist, but this final year means a lot to me. And it makes me incredibly… Read more “a prelude to my senior year”
Author: Claire Pontefract
“It ain’t whatcha write, it’s the way atcha write it.”
—Jack Kerouac, WD
how to use your privilege for good
I was born into one of the most privileged societies in the world. I am in a safe country. I am blessed with one of the best… Read more “how to use your privilege for good”
response to ‘communties overreacting to COVID-19 pandemic’
Dear Crystal Cox, My name is Claire Pontefract. I am seventeen, and I live in Oak Bay, BC. Your letter to Mayor Tait has been sent my way,… Read more “response to ‘communties overreacting to COVID-19 pandemic’”
the deep pit of pandemic sadness
I think we can all agree, COVID-19 is an extremely stressful situation that we wish we could wake up from and be glad it was just a… Read more “the deep pit of pandemic sadness”
prison systems and the mentally ill
Introduction In the United States (US), prison populations house a much higher percentage of mentally-ill people in comparison to the general population. For example, 92% of inmates… Read more “prison systems and the mentally ill”
The Lady Who Lost Herself
“A Montrouge- Rosa La Rouge” Henri Toulouse-Lautrec 1. she sips on her second glass of red wine the excitement of the bar softens as she feels… Read more “The Lady Who Lost Herself “
life lessons from a coffee shop
For almost two months, I’ve been working at a local coffee shop in Oak bay. It’s been really interesting, learning all the new drinks and foods to… Read more “life lessons from a coffee shop”
big blue
Last Friday, I took part in the youth climate strike with hundreds of other Victoria youth. At 11am we gathered outside City Hall, holding signs painted with… Read more “big blue”
4/6/2018
Today is a day that I am especially thankful. I am thankful for all the bus rides I’ve taken to get to soccer games and each time,… Read more “4/6/2018”
fantasy world
I love my school. I’m so grateful to be blessed with the opportunity to get an education, and such a high level of one. There is one… Read more “fantasy world”
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