"The Telling Room hires new executive director" (Portland Press Herald)

“In Kristina we have found an authentic and dynamic leader who brings a wealth of experience working in nonprofits focused on youth and in educational settings,” Telling Room board president Anya Endsley said in a statement.

The Telling RoomSeptember 23, 2021News

Meet Our New Executive Director, Kristina M.J. Powell

“This letter is just the start of our conversations and partnership as I share my story with you. I so look forward to learning yours.”

The Telling RoomSeptember 22, 2021News

"USM Promise Scholarship awarded to 25 Maine students" (News Center Maine)

Four Telling Room alumni received full scholarships for tuition and fees for all four years of school at the University of Southern Maine.

The Telling RoomSeptember 10, 2021News

"Champion distance runner has a new accomplishment at 18 – author" (Portland Press Herald)

“Sofie Matson wrote a novel during her senior year at Falmouth High that has been published by The Telling Room.”

The Telling RoomAugust 23, 2021News

"A New Poetry Anthology from the Telling Room Elevates the Next Generation" (Maine Magazine)

“The book published by the Portland youth literary nonprofit, A New Land, is now in every high school in Maine and demonstrates to students that their voices matter.”

The Telling RoomAugust 18, 2021News

The Telling Room Welcomes New Board Members and Officers

“We are thrilled to welcome four new members to the Board of Directors this summer, and to announce new officers to the Board’s leadership team!”

The Telling RoomJuly 8, 2021News

A NEW LAND Selected for Route 1 Reads by the Maine Humanities Council

“A NEW LAND is the Maine Humanities Council’s Route 1 Reads pick for the summer!”

The Telling RoomJuly 6, 2021News

A Big Thank You to Tim Schneider

“On behalf of The Telling Room’s staff, students, and board, we would like to share our gratitude towards Tim for his service as the board treasurer, vice president, and then tenure as president.”

The Telling RoomJune 30, 2021News

Macklin Fellowship Recipients Announced

“Congratulations to our three Macklin Fellowship recipients, Hipai Pamba, Khalil Kilani, and Alexa Barstow!”

The Telling RoomJune 29, 2021News

A Conversation with Executive Director Celine Kuhn

“We put students in the driver's seat and center their voices by ceding creative control to them. They write. They share. They inspire.”

The Telling RoomJune 28, 2021News

Tune into Telling Room Poets on WERU

“In case you missed our Poetry Express event on Instagram Live last month, you can still tune into community radio station WERU (89.9 FM) Sundays at 9:30am to hear poems by Telling Room students!”

The Telling RoomJune 23, 2021News

The Telling Room Receives Grants from the Rona Jaffe Foundation, National Endowment for the Arts, and Amazon Literary Partnership

“We are sending out some big time gratitude to a few of our generous funders today—thank you for believing in The Telling Room, our students, and our community.”

The Telling RoomJune 3, 2021News

"Young North Yarmouth author takes readers into the unknown" (The Forecaster)

“Greely High sophomore Devin Giffords wrote "The Unraveling" during a fellowship for young writers at The Telling Room in Portland.”

The Telling RoomJune 2, 2021News

A Message from The Telling Room Board of Directors

“On behalf of the board of directors, we thank Celine for her deep commitment to The Telling Room’s work of empowering youth through writing, and sharing their voices with the world.”

The Telling RoomMay 24, 2021News

Executive Director Celine Kuhn Announces Fall 2021 Departure

“After nearly five years of joy as The Telling Room’s executive director, I have come to the decision that it is time to step aside to spend time with my family and invite in a new leader for the organization.”

The Telling RoomMay 24, 2021News

Young Writers & Leaders Student Didon Maombi Heri Receives Step Up Award (Portland Public Schools)

“Didon Maombi Heri was selected for her passion and engagement in a wide variety of activities, internships, and leadership positions, as well as her strong academic performance.”

The Telling RoomMay 21, 2021News

Telling Room Alum Featured in New TV Series Celebrating Diversity in Maine (The Arab Daily News)

“Enan joined C. Love almost immediately, bringing her Iraqi culture, and many talents from photography and psychology to her work.”

The Telling RoomMay 18, 2021News

"Portland nonprofits help teens fill the gaps left by remote learning" (Portland Phoenix)

“‘We listen to each other, laugh, share stories, crack jokes and also act serious if needed,’ Mohamed said. ‘Even though it’s all virtual at least there is a place for you to resort to. A place where you feel you belong.’”

The Telling RoomApril 9, 2021News

"National Poetry Month: Students across Maine connect through poetry" (News Center Maine)

“Maine teenagers are learning how to write poetry from some young poets — other Maine teenagers.“

The Telling RoomApril 9, 2021News

"Governor Mills Proclaims April 2021 as National Poetry Month" (Maine Department of Education)

“Governor Janet T. Mills has proclaimed April 2021 National Poetry Month in the State of Maine, marking the importance of poetry in education and the everyday lives of our citizens.'“

The Telling RoomApril 9, 2021News