Young Post’s Best of the Month awards for April: Creative excuses and how the media shapes conflict
- Every month, we choose the best letters, debates and creative comments from students that we have published
- Readers shared their thoughts on body dysmorphia in the digital age and whether teachers can monitor students’ electronic devices in class
Congratulations to our latest Best of the Month award winners! Photo: ShutterstockIn April, we received several well-written and researched submissions from our readers. The topics ranged from body image in the digital age to the portrayal of the Israel-Gaza war in the media, as well as the debate on whether educators should have the right to monitor students’ personal devices.
Here are some of our favourite submissions from last month. We look forward to reading more of your opinions!
Best Letter
Alexa Chan from German Swiss International School won best letter for her submission highlighting body dysmorphia in the digital age. In a world of illusions and facades, she believes it is important to look beyond online filters as the lines between expectation and reality have become blurred.
Matthew Ng Cheuk-hin from St Stephen’s College wrote a timely letter addressing the portrayal of the Israel-Gaza war in the media. He argued that the way the media depicts a conflict impacts the way society perceives it, citing examples of Palestinian hardship during the war.
Best Face Off
Heer Donda from King George V School takes home the title of best debater for her compelling argument supporting teachers having the power to monitor students’ personal devices at school. Great work!
Best Insight
Anson Ng Wai-yan from St Mary’s Canossian College claimed the best insight award for her articulate reflection on the potential obstacles facing the Philippines as it considers requiring university students to complete two years of military training.
Most Creative
Claire Siu Yi-qiao from King Ling College shared an interesting excuse given by her brother, who attributed a low score at school to his horoscope, winning her the most creative award.
Most Engaged School
St Mary’s Canossian College made a number of quality submissions to our The Lens, Top 10, and Your Voice pages in April. Thank you!
Winners will receive a certificate and a special YP notebook to encourage them in their writing journeys. We will contact the students about their prizes.