The Teen Poetry Track had a larger role at the 2025 Massachusetts Poetry Festival and featured a Community Cento, organized by the Teen Council, interactive events, as well as a teen slam performance by Mass Poetry’s SW@MP team members, which opened Danez Smith’s headline reading and Q&A.
The Teen Poetry Track was first introduced at the 2023 Festival, allowing young talents to shine. It previously included a collaborative mural creation, a poetry showcase, and an exhilarating teen slam series that featured several Massachusetts teams.
Learn more about Mass Poetry’s Teen Council here.