On Friday, March 22, Mrs. Texter’s AP Language and Composition and Mrs. Palerino’s AP Literature classes were treated to a field trip to Kutztown University to listen to A. S. King, a successful and passionate author, speak about herself, her work, and her motivation.

     Summer Bonser, junior, was one of the many students who were fortunate to attend the trip. She shared, “I thought the presenter was a fluent speaker, and I also enjoyed the free time we got to spend with friends after the presentation concluded.” A. S. King showed her advanced English skills in her moving and impactful speech. Summer also stated, “I learned that despite feeling like adults don’t always understand teengers, A. S. King’s speech showed me that adults can understand the struggles of adolescence.” A. S. King emphasizes the stress and anxiety projected onto teenagers, and showed a sense of empathy and understanding to students. Finally Summer shared, “I enjoyed this trip and especially eating Chick-Fil-A with college friends.”

     The trip was an enjoyable and memorable experience. My favorite part was having the freedom to explore Kutztown and eat where I wanted. I liked being able to imagine myself in a college setting and decide for myself what I wanted to do, it also felt more authentic being on a college campus. A. S. King taught me to push through hard times. Having come from an unfortunate family herself and having to celebrate her successes with little support from her family, King was independent. I am fortunate enough to have my family’s support through anything, but I learned that I need to focus on my own passions even if I do not have that advantage. I thought the trip was very beneficial and would be happy to attend another one.