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GreatNews.Life Student Voices: St. John Festival ends and back to school begins
Festival season has just about wrapped up for the Region. The St. John Festival, which occurred from July 11-14, was a success once again. Held at 9400 Wicker Ave., this annual event brings in large numbers of people every year. They offer a beer tent with live entertainment from local bands such as Automatic Noise, Underground Prophets, and King Bee and The Stingers. They also give a wide selection of food ranging from Ben’s Pretzels to Ciao Bella; there is something for everyone in the family to enjoy.
This Indiana educator created a literary journal for Indiana teens. Here’s why.
Sign up for Chalkbeat Indiana’s free daily newsletter to keep up with Indianapolis Public Schools, Marion County’s township districts, and statewide education news.Once Ben Boruff decided to try teaching, he never looked back.Now, he’s been teaching for 11 years, five of those at Munster High School in northwest Indiana.An English and creative writing teacher who works mostly with juniors and seniors, Boruff also is the sponsor of multiple student clubs, including one focused on poetry and another on Dungeons & Dragons.Every time a student asks him to help with a club, Boruff sees it as an honor. Plus, it gives...
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