"Middle school students are the best lyricists in the world," asserts Ben Shinabery, the executive director of The Dick & Jane Project. "It's true. The simple reason why is because they're going through puberty."

While said with some humor, Shinabery is very serious in his mission to deliver a unique educational experience for students in Columbus, Ohio.

The Dick & Jane Project collaborates with artists across the city and assists middle schoolers in songwriting, composition and more. Shinabery highlights songs and stories that seem simple. But, they have a lot of depth and meaning to the writer and audience.

The gang: http://www.thedickandjaneproject.org.

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