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Sophia Pell

Sophia Pell's Latest Articles

Voices of Youth: Marshall’s Fresh Food Distribution feeding the community

"This is a judgment-free opportunity to receive fresh food. They don’t need to be a member of our church, or any church. They don’t need to meet any income requirements or qualifications. They simply need to want food.”

Voices of Youth: Why high school student council participation matters

Participating in student council offers students experience in leading, governing, collaborating, volunteering, and more. 

Voices of Youth: Financial literacy required for Michigan students by 2028

Student debt, living expenses, credit card interest. Many students graduate from high school with little or no financial understanding. By 2028, all Michigan high schoolers will be required to take a financial literacy course. Ahead of the pack, Olivet High School plans to implement the requirement next year.

Voices of Youth: After-school forensics program builds community and confidence

After-school activities like forensics offer students ways to express themselves that are part debate, part performance art. Voices of Youth Sophia Pell takes a look at how Olivet High School's forensics and theater programs help students increase confidence and connect with youth throughout the state.

Voices of Youth: Why do so many teens reach for energy drinks?

The Centers for Disease Control recommends adolescents avoid energy drinks due to risks of dehydration, heart complications, anxiety, and insomnia. Yet up to 40% of adolescents report consuming them. Why? VoY Writer Sophia Pell set to find out.

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