Jerry Cogan Memorial Grant: Crystal Maldonado Author Visit
- School Year: 2025-2026
- Applicants: Monica Ahern, Jennifer Lanese
- School: Hall High School
- Subjects: Language Arts, Social Emotional Learning
Crystal Maldonado is a wildly successful Latina young adult author. She grew up in Connecticut, and her work has universal teen appeal. She will discuss her work and career trajectory with several Hall High English classes, who will then select one of her books to read and discuss with their peers. She will return to facilitate a follow-up discussion. Students will be engaged by her personal story and the relatability of her work.