Freedom Writers

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In the early 1990s, a group of high school students in Long Beach, CA found themselves trapped in a life of violence, poverty, and crime. They hated school and each other, but a new teacher, Erin Gruwell, used teenagers' diaries to bring them together and give them a sense of purpose. Simultaneously, she was increasing their literacy. Their inspirational story has paved the way for teachers everywhere. Start with: The Freedom Writers diary
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http://www.freedomwritersfoundation.org/
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Freedom Writers
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http://www.freedomwritersfoundation.org/
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In the early 1990s, a group of high school students in Long Beach, CA found themselves trapped in a life of violence, poverty, and crime. They hated school and each other, but a new teacher, Erin Gruwell, used teenagers' diaries to bring them together and give them a sense of purpose. Simultaneously, she was increasing their literacy. Their inspirational story has paved the way for teachers everywhere. Start with: The Freedom Writers diary
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