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A Student Deferred

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After “Harlem” by Langston Hughes

What happens to a student deferred?
does she give up
like there’s nothing left?
or does she keep going –
cuz its fun?
does she try her hardest to pass?
or does she slide along –
never attending class?
maybe she just cracks
like a sunflower seed
or does she succeed?
Sandra S
12th grade, Harlan Academy Community High School
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