Student Showcase - Â鶹¾«Æ· Â鶹¾«Æ· Sun, 07 Dec 2025 07:15:41 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 /wp-content/uploads/2022/01/cropped-BackgroundSite-Icon-32x32.png Student Showcase - Â鶹¾«Æ· 32 32 A Zine about Hope – Student Showcase /a-zine-about-hope-student-showcase/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=a-zine-about-hope-student-showcase Sun, 27 Apr 2025 01:13:24 +0000 /?p=4721 We are happy to showcase our incredibly talented student, Charlie, who created a marvelously creative zine in the shape of an origami swan for our English language arts class.

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In winter 2025, students at The Pearl had the opportunity to take our unique class” Sound & Ink: Music, Identity, and the Art of Zine Making”. In this class, students could receive an English Language Arts High School credit in a topical and creative way. 

We are happy to showcase our incredibly talented student, Charlie, who created a marvelously creative zine in the shape of an origami swan. 

You can read the full poem featured by Tumblr user @mumblesplash below:
Hope is a plant you can care for or kill
Hope is a discipline, something you choose
Hard to stop looking for; easy to lose
Hope isn’t something to have or to take
If you can’t find it, it’s something you make
Make it from willpower, make it from spite
Learn how to weaponize love in a fight
Hope is a shield and a thing to defend
End in itself and a means to an end.
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Hope is exhausting, to find and to keep
It’s not a promise. It doesn’t come cheap.Ìý
Hope demands motion, it never stands still
rolling the dice; rolling boulders uphill
Hope is the turn of another blank pageÌý
Sometimes it feels more like sadness than rage
Hope is a burden, but it can be shared
Held like a hand in the dark when you’re scared
Or like a patchwork of words on a screen
Half the first line written by a machine
Somehow achieving some measure of good
More than you ever imagined it would
Carrying further than your voice alone
Tied by the thread we’re all following home
Hope is an underground glimpse of the sun
Hope is a poem that still isn’t done

If you’d like to see more work by our students, check out the rest of our student showcase!Ìý

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]]> A Collaborative Short Film – Student Showcase /a-collaborative-short-film-student-showcase/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=a-collaborative-short-film-student-showcase Wed, 02 Oct 2024 19:55:54 +0000 /?p=3619 In this Student Showcase, we share the work of current student Joseph and alumnus Keoni who created a powerful short film about staying focused in a distracting world. With a strong message and talented production their work sparked meaningful conversations and highlighted the creativity and connections that define our Pearl community.

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As part of the third installment in our ongoing Student Showcase series, we were thrilled to welcome back Joseph, a current Pearl student, alongside a special guest—Keoni, a former Pearl student and talented filmmaker. The two co-directed a reflective and thought-provoking that speaks to the importance of staying focused and avoiding distractions in our daily lives.

Their collaboration produced a captivating film with a crucial message: in a world filled with endless noise, it’s easy to lose sight of what truly matters. The film urges viewers to pause and reflect on how they are living and where their attention is being drawn. Keoni and Joseph’s work doesn’t just shine because of its strong, relatable message. The film was elevated by a carefully crafted production, including the involvement of a professional actor who took on the lead role. This added a layer of professionalism that engaged the audience even more deeply.

Their collaboration produced a captivating film with a crucial message: in a world filled with endless noise, it’s easy to lose sight of what truly matters. The film urges viewers to pause and reflect on how they are living and where their attention is being drawn. Keoni and Joseph’s work doesn’t just shine because of its strong, relatable message. The film was elevated by a carefully crafted production, including the involvement of a professional actor who took on the lead role. This added a layer of professionalism that engaged the audience even more deeply.

Keoni’s return to The Pearl was a powerful reminder of how our community encourages creativity, meaningful work, and lasting connections. The film sparked important discussions among students and staff about mindfulness, balance, and making intentional choices in our fast-paced world. We’re incredibly proud of both Joseph and Keoni for their artistic achievement and the impact it is already making.

We look forward to seeing where this dynamic duo’s talents will take them next!

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]]> Junen’s Drawing Process – Student Showcase /student-art-showcase-junen-creative-journey/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=student-art-showcase-junen-creative-journey Thu, 19 Sep 2024 17:03:15 +0000 /?p=3574 Discover the creative process of a visual arts student at The Pearl with stop motion! Watch Junen's video highlighting the process of creating art and the value of enjoying the art-making experience.

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At Â鶹¾«Æ·, we love to celebrate the creativity and passion of our students. Junen recently shared an inspiring video project that brings to life the process behind one of his drawings. His video illustrates that the process of creating art is just as important as the final piece.

This project is a great example of our commitment to democratic education. As a student-centered learning environment, we empower students to take control of their education, allowing them to explore their passions and showcase their talents in unique ways. Junen’s project is a testament to the creativity and independence we encourage in our stude.

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