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Teens have a lot to say about our constantly changing world. Throughout the school year, our team works with select Bay Area high schools to help students produce stories reflecting their experiences and those of their communities. Each spring, we feature their stories on KQED News, The California Report, Forum, Science, The Bay, KQED Newsroom, Bay Curious, and other programs during Youth Takeover Week.

The broadcast of this year's Youth Takeover has been postponed indefinitely. Below you'll find student-produced content from this year's participating classrooms, as well as featured stories from previous Youth Takeover cohorts.

Teachers! Learn more about incorporating Youth Takeover curriculum into your classroom by visiting our resource page.

EducationApr 3

Teens and Coronavirus:"My life was deeply affected months before the closure of my high school."

EducationApr 3

Teens and Coronavirus: "No matter what. Stay inside."

ForumMar 24

High School Students on Life and School While Sheltering in Place

ForumJul 4, 2019

Rebroadcast: High School Locks Up Cell Phones Hoping For More Attentive, Less Isolated Students

NewsMay 6, 2019

Youth Takeover: Daveyon Thomas on Making a Difference

Youth TakeoverMay 6, 2019

Two Bay Area Teens on Figuring Out Gender Identity — and High School — Together

Youth TakeoverMay 5, 2019

What Do You Do When Your Best Friend Is Pregnant at 15?

The California ReportMay 4, 2019

'I'm Always Tired.' Navigating High School on Barely any Sleep

Youth TakeoverMay 4, 2019