Poetry took center stage in Fresno County as Evy Singh, a Central High School sophomore, stepped into the spotlight as the county’s first-ever Youth Poet Laureate—and shared her story with a broader audience during a visit to KMJ’s Philip Teresi Show.
Singh’s selection marks the official launch of the Fresno County Youth Poet Laureate Program, a new initiative led by the Fresno County Superintendent of Schools Dr. Michele Cantwell-Copher, that elevates student voices through poetry, leadership, and civic engagement. The program is affiliated with the National Youth Poet Laureate movement and was developed over a two‑year period to highlight the lived experiences of young people across the Central Valley.
Chosen from a group of finalists during a public event in downtown Fresno, Singh now serves as a youth ambassador for the arts, representing Fresno County at community events and encouraging other students to share their stories through creative expression.
To hear more from Evy Singh about her journey, her poetry, and the new program, listen to the full interview below.
