Writing Our Future

Jill Steinmetz Maryville High School

Maryville is a rural community in Northwest Missouri. The participating classes will be Sophomore Honors English. This project will be used to introduce students to purposeful, persuasive writing for an audience larger than just the teacher while getting

You decide the fate of our troops by Andrea M.

The Iraqi war is the second longest war in U.S. history other than the Vietnam war. Is it a winnable war?

Issues: Iraq, Troops, War
Welfare Reform by Ali A.

Welfare Reform is beneficial for all those who take part in it.

Issues: Reform, Welfare
Their Ending is Already Chosen for Them by Katie W

Abortion is a mother's choice, but does that make it right? The society today is preaching, "save the wildlife," but what are they doing about women murdering their own children?

Issues: Abortion
The United States and Gun Control by Jordan H

My letter is about Gun control and why it is unnecessary for our country to make gun control effective.

Issues: Guns, Firearms
The United States and Ethanol by Dexter B

The growing energy problem in the United States and what you, as the President of the United States of America, should consider doing about it.

Stem Cell Research: Who wouldn't want it? by Danny S

Millions of people suffer from diseases and conditions from injuries that could be treated with stem cells. However, researching stem cell treatments is incredibly difficult with the current laws. This must change.

Paying for Knowledge by Kristen T

College expenses increase each year and are ridiculously expensive. Employers expect the people that work for them to be educated; how can they be if they can't afford the education? Costs need to be lowered to allow people an education they deserve and need.

Issues: College, Costs, Education
Millions Affected by Illegal Immigration by Coby K.

Illegal immigration hurts this country in more ways then one. For example, they cause terrorism, crimes, and more traffic accidents. We need to find a way to fix this.

Love, Not Abomination by Kayla B

Marriage is supposed to be sacred, no matter who it's between.

Issues: Marriage, Religion, Gay
How About Immigration by Kyle M.

Mr. President, I believe that illegal immigration is top priority in our country and it should be dealt with as such.

Free the Music!! by Maggie V

Should pirating music really be a crime? I think not. There are way more dangerous crimes out there that people should be focusing on besides downloading music.

Define Tolerance by Caleb M

Harassment in American schools towards gay and lesbian students is out of control. Congress must do something to ensure that every student, regardless of sexual orientation, is provided a safe and secure school environment.

Cross the Line by Jessica S.

As Americans we all agree that out nation needs change. Its time to work together so progress can be made.

Can Love Be Wrong? by Carly K

Gay couples should be able to marry because their love is no less valid than anyone else’s.

American Healthcare by Brook A.

My letter is about improving our healthcare system in the United States.

Issues: Healthcare
America Is Killing Its Future by Kara D

In America, people always seem to think they can find a way out of things. This could be cheating on a test, skipping a day of work, or it could come down to abortion. There's no get out of jail free card when it comes to responsiblity. America needs to think about what they do before they make a decision that could alter a life. I believe abortion is wrong, and I hope that by other people reading this letter that they may see and understand where I'm coming from.

Issues: Abortion
Alternative Energy in America by Marcus G

My letter is about the need for more alternative energy.

Abortion by Taylor D.

Abortion kills innocent lives.

Issues: Lives, Abortion
Abort the Abortion by Taylor G.

I want the new President to know how I feel about this topic. Abortion is something I feel very strongly about. So I stated my opinion with some facts to follow. My paper doesn't approve of abortion, and it is trying to see my side. If you don't agree with abortion, it is a perfect paper to read.

Issues: Abort, Abortion
"Thinking About Driving Is Taking Away All My Money" by Taylor L.

Driving at the age of sixteen is pretty much impossible when you don't make enough money to pay for a gallon of gas.