poetry slams

[JSchaffner <jschaffner@IGC.ORG>]

Hi,
    I have seen references to poetry readings and poetry "slams" held in
high school libraries. Has anyone who held a "slam" had a problem with
the terminology leading to inappropriate poetry, i.e. profane or a
putdown of previous participants in the "slam?" At our English Dept.
meeting today we discussed the possibility of holding such an event in
the library for April is Poetry Month, but some raised caution on the
use of the term "slam," which may not have the best connotation. My
feeling is that if we lay out the ground rules in advance, the kids will
stick to them and the term "slam" will make the event more appealing to
a broader array of students.Comments?

Judith Schaffner
Librarian
Bronx H.S. of Science
Bronx, NY
jschaffner@igc.org

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