Idea File Fall 2023

Feature: Advisers Supporting Student Journalists | 33

7LSGO ERH %[I Evan Johnson and Grace Logan celebrate their achievements Nov. 12 in St. Louis, Missouri. Johnson won “Sports Feature Photo of the Year” at the Fall 2022 National Scholastic Press Association Convention. “I was really surprised because I was not expecting to win,” Johnson said. “It was excitement, happiness and shock all at once.” Photo by Sydney Jackson

In her work with young writers, KatinaParon amassed connections to which aspiring journalists can submit their work. Consider these writing contests for teens and journalism camps to sharpen your students’ skills. Scan the QR code for links.

JOURNALISM CAMPS •Summer Journalism Academy at Boston University •CSPA Summer Journalism Workshop •High School Journalism Institute at Indiana University Bloomington •University of Connecticut Summer Multimedia Camp •Interscholastic League Press Conference Summer Camp •Walsworth events - view a full list at walsworthyearbooks.com/events

WRITING CONTESTS •Write The World •New York Times Student Contest Calendar •SPJ/JEA High School Essay Contest •Scholastic Art and Writing Awards •We the Students Essay Contest