Whether they're editing copy, writing headlines, designing pages or otherwise saving the day behind the scenes, these nine students make sure their school publications deliver excellence in journalism.
The Eastern Illinois University campus was buzzing with high school journalists May 1 as the best in the state competed for individual medals and team trophies.
In a strong showing at the 2015 Spring National High School Journalism Convention, Illinois students and advisers brought home Pacemakers, Best of Show honors and Write-Off awards.
Congratulations to 2015 Illinois Journalist of the Year Ashley Yong of Hinsdale South, and her adviser Jim Kelly. JEA's East Region Director Stan Zoller and Illinois State Director Brenda Field made the announcement at the high school Monday, March 2.
Typically, journalism advisers and educators are the only ones (or one of only a few) who teach that subject matter. It's tough to collaborate and get new ideas at times — for all of us.
Enter the...
Four Illinois student newspapers have been named Pacemakers by the National Scholastic Press Association.
They are:
• The Advocate, Washington Community High School, Haley Willis, editor, Jennifer...
