“The High School Journalist’s Handbook” is a comprehensive guide designed to support students and educators in navigating scholastic journalism. Divided into two main sections, it provides practical advice on both the art of storytelling and the management of a publication. Part 1 focuses on the writing process, covering everything from finding and planning stories to writing with proper structure, style, and elements like ledes, headlines, and visual components. It also addresses genre-specific approaches for news, features, sports, A&E, and opinion articles while offering strategies for overcoming writer’s block and integrating AI tools into the workflow. Part 2 shifts to the operational side of journalism, offering frameworks for editorial structure, story assignments, staff motivation, and classroom management.

 

Written from the perspective of a student journalist, the eBook combines personal experiences with actionable strategies to elevate any school publication. Whether you are just starting out or looking to refine your publication's systems and storytelling, this resource is an invaluable tool for fostering impactful journalism and cultivating a passion for storytelling.

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