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School Spotlight: Ankara Poetry Slam

In our School Spotlight, middle school students from Ankara Elementary High School explore their identity through Slam Poetry.

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Naples High School Students react to Australia’s social media ban

Youth writer Wesley Noonan writes about students’ reactions to the social media ban in Australia.

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America’s 250th Anniversary Youth Essay Contest: Deadline Feb. 16

Join Stars and Stripes in celebrating the 250th Anniversary of the United States of America by entering our youth essay contest for a chance to win $100 and get published.

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School Spotlight: Spangdahlem High School

This week our School Spotlight is on Spangdahlem High School in Germany, whose video team and classes provide a vital link with the local community.

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Aviano is this military kid’s favorite base

Youth writer Madison C., from Kaiserslautern Middle School, shares why Aviano Air Base is a favorite duty station.

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A month on a northern island

Read about how youth writer Ivy, from Kaiserslautern Middle School, had a memorable island experience.

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Sharing the Peace Light

Scouting tradition passes on the Peace Light, a flame brought from Bethlehem to troops across Europe.

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A note to my future self about military kid life

Youth writer Noah M., from Kaiserslautern Middle School, writes a letter to his future self about his military kid experience.

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This Place: A poem

This poem by Kaiserslautern High School student Juliette Umeno is a poignant glimpse into the experience of a military kid.

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Military kid shares a note on the difficulties of growing up in the military

Youth writer Brady, from Kaiserslautern Middle School, writes a note to his future self about the frustrations of being a military kid.

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This teen loved Mallorca best

Youth writer Noah L., from Kaiserslautern Middle School, shares his thoughts on why Mallorca is his favorite vacation spot.

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Wiesbaden Cub Scout honored with Scouting America Heroism Award for saving brother’s life

Logan, a third-grade student and Cub Scout with Pack 13 at U.S. Army Garrison Wiesbaden, has been recognized with the prestigious Scouting America Heroism Award.

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Scouts honor Pogromnacht victims through reflection and service

Troop 46 held their annual Pogromnacht memorial and service event, dedicated to remembering victims of the Holocaust and reinforcing lessons of empathy and moral courage.

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Perspective on being a military-connected kid

Youth writer Maggie, from Kaiserslautern Middle School, shares her feelings about being a military-connected kid.

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