We all need a break from politics and there’s no better way to assuage the soul than seeing the bright, brilliant faces of New Jersey students. So here are photos of students from KIPP’s Seek Academy in Newark during Friday’s “Picture Me Tomorrow,” an annual event that encourages elementary and middle school students to envision their successful futures.  Their dreams include careers as chefs, football coaches, art teachers, and ballerinas.

Therapeutic, isn’t it?