"What's so great about being serious all the time anyway?"

"[Leslie has died and Jesse's father tries to comfort him] Is it like The Bible says? Is she going to Hell?"

"[seeing Jesse smiling at Ms. Edmonds, bends down] Take a picture. Lasts longer."

"Just close your eyes and keep your mind wide open."

"You are who you are, not your parents."

"[Jesse tries to hand Leslie the fake letter to Janice Avery] You have to write. Boy’s handwriting sucks. No offense."

"[on the ride back from church, about Christianity] You have to believe it, and you hate it. I don't have to believe i…"

"I check my air... I don't have as much time as I need to see everything, but that's what makes it so special."

"Mrs. Myers: If any of you try to download this essay, you will be downloaded into detention."

"Mrs. Myers: Jesse Aarons! I got it from your sisters. I certainly do not need it from you!"