More Than Just by Haley Hellmann https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47 9th Grade Anonymous Writing inspired by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's "The Danger of a Single Story" en-us 2022-01-25 20:38:39 UTC 2022-02-02 18:16:13 UTC hello@padlet.com hhellmann https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2016642283 I want people to see beyond my single story. 

I am more than just a stressed Millennial mother covered in yogurt. 

I am also a creative and curious traveler descended from displaced immigrants.

Who wants desperately to explore more worlds beyond my own.  

]]> 2022-01-27 19:25:34 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2016642283 https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2018164069
I want people to see beyond my single story. 


I am more than just a uncontrollable unorganized freshman. 


I am also a smart and hardworking student.


who wants to discover the secrets of the past.

]]> 2022-01-28 15:58:57 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2018164069 https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2018559309 I want people to see beyond my single story

I am more than just a blunt, weird person

I am also a good friend and a smart student

Who wants to write stories and books that people would dream about

]]> 2022-01-28 19:40:12 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2018559309 https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2018559839 i want people to see beyond my single story 

i am more than just an underpaid gymnastics coach who probably works too much 

i am also a hardworking student and an aspiring lawyer

who wants to use her voice to effect at least someone  


]]> 2022-01-28 19:40:36 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2018559839 https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2018560474 I want people to see beyond my single story.


I am more than just an immature brutally honest kid.


I am also an enjoyable caring friend. 


who loves listening to music and spending time with my friends. ]]> 2022-01-28 19:41:02 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2018560474 https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2018560966
I want people to see beyond my single story. 


I am more than just crazy freshman

I am also a smart and creative thrill seeker.


who likes to pursue my passions and have fun.
]]> 2022-01-28 19:41:22 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2018560966 https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2018563830 I want people to see beyond my single story.

I am more than just a silent athlete

Im also a reader

who reads as many books as possible. ]]> 2022-01-28 19:43:07 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2018563830 https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2018564468
I want people to see beyond my single story. 


I am more than just a wierd forgetful loud person. 


I am also a nice and humbled person.


who likes to watch netflix and succeed at life.

]]> 2022-01-28 19:43:34 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2018564468 https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2018564535 I want people to see beyond my single story

I am more than just my beginning.

I am also a confident, strange, determined freshman.

Who looks for something new.]]> 2022-01-28 19:43:37 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2018564535 https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2018565231
I want people to see beyond my single story. 


I am more than just a girl who talks too much.  


I am also a confident and bubbly human.


who wants to impact the world.

]]> 2022-01-28 19:44:07 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2018565231 https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2018565489
I want people to see beyond my single story. 


I am more than just someone who is quite


I am also a/an caring and honest friend.


who has goals and trails they want to achieve and overcome

]]> 2022-01-28 19:44:19 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2018565489 https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2018566235
I want people to see beyond my single story. 

I am more than just another person who walks by you in the hallway. 

I am also an anxious and unsure person

who is trying to look for their place in the world while simultaneously reaching for the stars. 


]]> 2022-01-28 19:44:42 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2018566235 https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2019481589 I want people to see beyond my single story.

I am more than just the quiet shy girl.

I am also a thoughtful and versatile person

Who likes being around trusted others.

 ]]> 2022-01-29 21:29:25 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2019481589 https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2019540053
I want people to see beyond my single story. 


I am more than just a loud, misunderstood, and ambiguous individual.


I am also an ambitious and calm/collected person.


who tries to be my best self every day while also caring for others.

]]> 2022-01-29 23:47:26 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2019540053 https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2019550983
I want people to see beyond my single story. 

I am more than just a shy person who looks intimidating at first. 

I am also a loud and funny person.

who wants something more for themselves. 


]]> 2022-01-30 00:25:33 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2019550983 25oliviab1 https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2019591673 i want people to see beyond my single story.

i am more than just a booksmart, loud, confident and determined person.

i am also a content friend, a helping hand, and a constantly curious person.

who wants to be appreciated and appreciative while trying the best I can doing what i enjoy.

]]> 2022-01-30 02:32:05 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2019591673 https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2020045279 I want people to see beyond my single story.

I am more than just an athlete.

I am also a studious and musical person.

Who loves to laugh with the people I love.]]> 2022-01-30 16:41:32 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2020045279 https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2020396813 I want people to see beyond my single story.

 I am more than just a socially awkward human

I am also an artistic and persistent human who likes to do human things]]> 2022-01-30 23:56:46 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2020396813 https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2021222291
I want people to see beyond my single story. 
I am more than just someone who is hesitant to speak in class. 
I am also a deep-thinking and enthusiastic extrovert.
Who loves to have long discussions with those who I feel comfortable around.


]]> 2022-01-31 13:27:16 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2021222291 https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2021922945 I want people to see beyond my single story. 
I am more than just a weird girl who laughs at everything
I am also really fun top talk to who loves listening to what people have to say]]> 2022-01-31 18:09:56 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2021922945 https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2021983418 I want people to see beyond my single story. 
I am more than just an athlete. 
I am a scholar, a friend, a brother, a son. I am energetic, easy going, fun. ]]> 2022-01-31 18:36:00 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2021983418 https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2022008753
I want people to see beyond my single story. 


I am more than just a scatterbrained kid

I am also a focused and observant student.


who enjoys visual art.

]]> 2022-01-31 18:46:55 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2022008753 https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2022075282 I want people to see beyond my single story.  
I am more than just a math nerd that does homework during free time

I am also an energetic and funny pianist

who loves shaping paper into realistic objects]]> 2022-01-31 19:17:00 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2022075282 https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2022100456 I want people to see beyond my single story.

I am more than just a shy person.

I am also an athletic and movie loving student.

Who likes to have fun with their friends.]]> 2022-01-31 19:29:01 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2022100456 https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2022267985 I want people to see beyond my single story

I am more than just a serious and average person 

I am also a creative and talented teen

Who wants to share her talents and have a good time.

]]> 2022-01-31 21:02:28 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2022267985 25priyals https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2022372056
I want people to see beyond my single story. 


I am more than just the intelligent one who happens to be loud. 


I am also a shoulder to lean on and a great sister.


Who loves trying to fix all that is wrong in our world.

]]> 2022-01-31 22:28:49 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2022372056 https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2022375048 I am more than 
my single story 

I am more than a complicated teen who puts academics before anything 

 I am also a actress who loves animals and fights for marine life 

Who loves being seen and laughing with the ones I love ]]> 2022-01-31 22:32:01 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2022375048 https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2022380749
I want people to see beyond my single story. 


I am more than just an awkward close minded person. 


I am also a happy, funny person and a good friend.


Who is just trying to live laugh love/ die cry hate.

]]> 2022-01-31 22:38:28 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2022380749 https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2022399288
I want people to see beyond my single story. 


I am more than just the blank stares I give to people


I am also a compassionate and multi-athlete student.

who trys to understand this cruel world.

]]> 2022-01-31 22:59:07 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2022399288 https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2022427543 I am more than just my single story 

I am more than just a listener or advice-giver 

I am a complicated, confused teen 

Who is just trying to become her fullest self

]]> 2022-01-31 23:36:03 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2022427543 https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2022434471 I want people to see beyond my single story.

I am not just some short kid not to be taken seriously.

I am also an intelligent and studious learner.

Who loves reading, acting, and writing]]> 2022-01-31 23:46:05 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2022434471 https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2022437620 I want people to see beyond my single story

I am more than just a nerd

Im am a complex and strong learner
who can do whatever i set my mind to]]> 2022-01-31 23:50:10 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2022437620 https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2022442161 I want people to see beyond my single story. 

I am more than just a weird kid

I am also a kind respectful and smart person

who loves to bike and rollerblade]]> 2022-01-31 23:56:44 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2022442161 https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2022468460
I want people to see beyond my single story. 

I am more than just chaotic. 


I am also a loving and beautiful person.


who loves nothing more than to make their friends laugh each and everyday.



]]> 2022-02-01 00:34:26 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2022468460 I want people to see beyond my single story. https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2022471557 I am more than just a "try-hard"

I am also a problem solver 

Who tries to find solutions before the complication conquers ]]> 2022-02-01 00:38:27 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2022471557 https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2022483414 I want people to see beyond my single story.

I am more than just a crazy child.

I am also a complicated and flexible person who loves to cuddle their dog.]]> 2022-02-01 00:52:35 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2022483414 I want people to see beyond my single story. https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2022490597 I am more than just a lazy teenager.

I am also a lively sister and an affectionate friend. 
Who loves art and food. ]]> 2022-02-01 01:03:05 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2022490597 https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2022507539
I want people to see beyond my single story. 


I am more than just someone who is often quiet and seen as a nerd.


I am also someone who is funny and a loyal friend.


Who likes sports, video games, and staying active, while also searching for my place in the world.

]]> 2022-02-01 01:29:45 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2022507539 https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2022541330
I want people to see beyond my single story. 


I am more than just an immature teenager you see in the hallway.


I am also a determined and humble person. 

who loves laugh with friends 
]]> 2022-02-01 02:20:25 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2022541330 https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2022561646 I want people to see beyond my single story.

I am more than just an overachiever and overthinker.

I am also a hardworker and determined person

who loves music and succeeding.]]> 2022-02-01 02:53:48 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2022561646 https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2022575168 i want people to see beyond my single story i am more than just a black kid from north philly. i am also a intelligent and creative person. who loves to have fun with the people i am close to, and solve problems that are brought to me. ]]> 2022-02-01 03:15:23 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2022575168 https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2022666079
I want people to see beyond my single story. 


I am more than just an anti-social and coffee addicted individual. 


I am also a creative person and an almost functional human being,


who draws and reads for hours on end.

]]> 2022-02-01 05:08:53 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2022666079 https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2023222068 I want people to see beyond my single story. 
I am more then just a guy with no feelings, constantly hiding them when no one knows what’s actually going on 
I am a human being, just like everyone else in the room 
Who does have feelings.]]> 2022-02-01 12:43:23 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2023222068 https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2023260593
I want people to see beyond my single story. 


I dont know how people see me and i dont care


I am who I am

who I am

]]> 2022-02-01 13:07:51 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2023260593 https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2023276779
I want people to see beyond my single story. 


I am more than just some quirky girl


I am also a quirky girl who loves to keep her book in her face


who doesn't wanna be know as quiet, im just really intrested in my book

]]> 2022-02-01 13:17:07 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2023276779 https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2023328328 I want people to see beyond my single story. 

I am more than just that person that everyone comes to for help and that loud person who always seems happy. 

I am also a person who feels emotions and anxiety and social pressure, and beauty standards all around them.

who doesn’t know when to take time to heal themselves rather than others
]]> 2022-02-01 13:44:02 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2023328328 I want people to see beyond my single story. https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2023337944
I am more than just a wall flower who rarely speaks to their friends

I am also a passionate creator and thinker

who likes to take doodly notes and see magic in the most ordinary places 
]]> 2022-02-01 13:48:34 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2023337944 https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2023372353 I want people to see beyond my single story. 

I am more than just a funny track runner.

I am also a honest, outgoing, and down to earth dude. 

who loves to draw, dress up, and laugh. 
]]> 2022-02-01 14:04:47 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2023372353 https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2023614392 I want people to see beyond my single story.

I am more then just my sarcastic remarks and witty come backs.

I am also sensitive and caring 

Who sometimes needs a break from the mask I put up]]> 2022-02-01 15:43:02 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2023614392 I want people to see beyond my single story. I am more than just (what might people see you as). I am also a/an (adjective) and (adjective) (noun).who (something you do that you love or are passionate about). https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2023820423 I am more than just a childish guy failing to speak spanish
I am also a soccer kid that suffers way to much secondhand embarrassment
who really wants to just go read]]> 2022-02-01 17:08:46 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2023820423 https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2023958605 I want people to see beyond my single story.

I am more than just a student 

I am also an athlete and brother.

Who plays basketball. 

]]> 2022-02-01 18:09:07 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2023958605 https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2023958757
I want people to see beyond my single story. 


I am more than just a nerdy but kind person


I am also a sarcastic and easygoing student.


who loves to read and make art.

]]> 2022-02-01 18:09:09 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2023958757 https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2024075053

I want people to see beyond my single story. 

I am more than just the nice one in the group.

I am also a bold and bubbly individual who gets louder when you get to know me.

Who loves hanging out with friends.





]]> 2022-02-01 19:03:50 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2024075053 https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2024175563
I want people to see beyond my single story. 

I am more than just a funny and anxious guy.

I am also an athlete and loves video games.

who likes to hang out with his friends, play tennis, and video games.


]]> 2022-02-01 19:54:50 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2024175563 https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2024255416 I want people to see beyond my single story. 
I am more than just the funny one who makes others laugh
I am also a good friend
who sometimes needs a friend in return.

]]> 2022-02-01 20:45:30 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2024255416 https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2024467851 I want people to see beyond my single story
I am more than just a beautiful young lady
I am also an amazingly strong mind and a driven woman
Who will become an aerospace engineer ]]> 2022-02-02 00:21:00 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2024467851 https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2024511446 I want people to see beyond my single story

I am more than just the outgoing girl who wants to talk to everyone

I am also a good friend and a talented singer and musician. 

who loves helping people and making them laugh!
]]> 2022-02-02 01:00:15 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2024511446 https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2024546547 I want people to see beyond my single story

I am more than just a quiet person

I am also a chill and funny person

who wants to live a happy successful life]]> 2022-02-02 01:44:29 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2024546547 https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2024567025 I want people to see beyond my single story

I am more than just a loud and annoying person

I am also an enthusiastic person and loves theater

Who loves to entertain others on stage by doing something I love]]> 2022-02-02 02:10:24 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2024567025 I want people to see beyond my single story and notice my glory beaming in the light https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2024626738 I am more than just a goofball, I'm a true loyal friend

I am also a person trust and to help wipe the dust off of you to help you shine

Who loves to have fun ]]> 2022-02-02 03:27:56 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2024626738 https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2024694473 I want people to see beyond my single story I am more than just a student. I am a fantastic and awesome brother. Who loves to spend time with his family by bowling.  ]]> 2022-02-02 04:49:39 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2024694473 https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2025319864 I want people to see beyond my single story.

I am more than just a skinny kid with glasses 

I am also a fun loving and relaxed boy

who loves to play video games and make stories]]> 2022-02-02 13:21:11 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2025319864 https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2025322739 I want people to see beyond my single story. 

I am more than just an annoying, loud and obnoxious

I am also a caring and funny person.

who loves to be with friends and enjoy nature.]]> 2022-02-02 13:22:35 UTC https://padlet.com/hhellmann/b5t3rbk4y0q92a47/wish/2025322739