Hi! I'm Elise Dykstra. I attend Mason City High School in Mason City, Iowa. I was excited when our school announced a new journalism program for the 2024-2025 school year, and so far, I am loving it! I have learned so much through journalism about current events, my school, its people and activities, and of course about writing. In addition to writing, I also help with marketing and public relations for our site, the Riverhawk Press.
I was honored to receive both a Best of SNO distinction and to be recognized for IHSPA February Story of the Month for my recent investigative article, American Sports' Endangered Species.
Check out some of my work below (to view on the Riverhawk Press website, select a button below. To view on this portfolio site, click the tabs at the top right. Images are not included on this site). For the best viewing experience, I recommend viewing on our home site.