Hey ladies! My name is Becca, and I'm May's Mentor of the Month. Things are finally starting to warm up around here, and I love it. Spring is definitely the best time of year. Blue skies, warm weather, flowers blooming...it's perfect! I'm glad I get to spend the month with you guys. I would love to talk with you about anything that's on your mind - whether you want advice, have a question or just want to say hi - so just send me an email at sgmentor@hotmail.com, and I'll write back soon.
Theme of the Month
For those of you living in the US, Mother's Day is right around the corner, and since that was on our minds, we thought it would be a good month to focus on moms and/or the mother figures in your lives. Check out our new survey: What's Your Mom Like? (http://www.smartgirl.org/surveys/7817647.html). May 7th is also the National Day to Prevent Teen Pregnancy, which relates to the idea of motherhood. SmartGirl is involved as a National Day Partner, and if you're interested in checking out this important day, you can log onto the National Campaign to Prevent Teen and Unplanned Pregnancy's website: www.stayteen.org.
Creative Writing Forum: Say What?!
Speaking of mothers, last month we asked you to tell us what song you would use to describe your relationship with your mom. Some of you responded with specific songs, a few of you wrote your own, and others simply told us what makes your moms special. You can take a look at all those responses here: http://www.smartgirl.org/writing/forum/index.html.
SmartGirl Authors
I'm excited to announce a new SmartGirl Author - Annie! Annie is working on a story entitled "In Your Own Backyard," about Linda - a high schooler who is having a hard enough time growing up before she finds out her older sister is pregnant. Definitely check out Annie's story, and while you're there, catch up with our other talented writers. They would love to get your comments and feedback, too (
http://www.smartgirl.org/writing/sgauthors/sgauthors.php). If you're interested in becoming a SmartGirl Author, you can apply online: http://www.smartgirl.org/writing/sgauthors/submit.html or http://www.smartgirl.org/writing/sgauthors/submitreal.html.
SmartGirl Reviews: What's the buzz?
This is a musical month here at SmartGirl. Three of us checked out new albums, myself included. I listened to Spirit, the recently released album by Leona Lewis (http://www.smartgirl.org/reviews/editor1.html). Tiffany checked out Are You Listening Now?, an album by Sarah Vonderhaar (http://www.smartgirl.org/reviews/editor2.html), and Ruthie listened to Randy Jackson's Music Club, Volumne One (http://www.smartgirl.org/reviews/editor3.html). But we're not the only ones who have been reviewing things. Check out this month's Featured Reviews to get some hints on what's good and what's not-so-good from your fellow SmartGirls (http://www.smartgirl.org/reviews/featured.html).
Survey Report: Hmmm...
Back in March, we sponsored Teen Tech Week with the American Library Association. We have the results of that survey for all of you interested in finding out about the tech trends of your peers: http://www.smartgirl.org/reports/7824118.html. Our next report will be on "Speak Out, Girls! SmartGirls Talk About Feminism & Women's Rights," so don't miss that come May 15th.
SmartScopes: What's in the Stars?
What's in store for you this month? Our SmartGirl astrologer has been busy reading the stars: http://www.smartgirl.org/smartscope.html.
Super SmartGirl: The Envelope, Please...
Last but certainly, certainly, certainly not least, I am delighted to announce our Super SmartGirl of the Month, mistyspray22 (http://www.smartgirl.org/reviews/super.html)! Mistyspray22 just joined SmartGirl but already she has contributed lots of great work and logged into the SmartCenter to introduce herself to the mentors and provide feedback on the site. We loved her suggestions! Congratulations, mistyspray22, for all your hard work!
I think that's it. Like I said, shoot me an email if you want to talk!
Love,
Becca
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