How to Find Your Voice as a High Schooler, Featuring Curious Cardinals Student Lauren
How to Find Your Voice as a High School Student
Featuring Curious Cardinals Student Lauren and her project: The Source
High school students today are surrounded by information.
Headlines. Hot takes. Group chat debates.
But very few are taught how to think critically, communicate clearly, and build a voice that’s truly their own.
This virtual event showcases how Curious Cardinals student, Lauren, has been able to develop that skill with the support of her mentors.
Why This Matters
With the right mentor, students don’t just consume ideas.
They learn to analyze them, challenge them, and contribute meaningfully to the conversation.
In this student showcase, you’ll see how Curious Cardinals has helped more than 10,000 K-12 students:
Turn interests into real-world projects
Develop clarity, confidence, and intellectual independence
Build writing, research, and communication skills that extend far beyond the classroom
Create authentic work that reflects who they are
Student Spotlight: Lauren
Lauren is a 10th grader in NYC who began her Curious Cardinals journey in 2023.
With the support of her mentor, she founded The Source, a Gen Z-focused, nonpartisan current events platform designed to make complex issues accessible to her generation.
What started as curiosity about journalism has evolved into consistent publishing, thoughtful analysis, and a growing platform with real impact.
Join us to celebrate Lauren’s work — and see how Curious Cardinals mentorship helps students find their voice, own their ideas, and build something that lasts.