Studio 719 is a student-led digital publishing program where 6th grade designers create full magazine issues from start to finish. Each semester, multiple editorial teams develop themed publications that combine writing, research, and professional design practices. Students take on the role of writers, editors, and designers as they build real-world skills through hands-on projects that result in polished, published work.

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This month's

FEATURED ISSUE:

May 2026-

School's Out for Summer! 🤘🎸

Mrs. Richter’s 6th period Intro to Technology class did a great job designing this summer-themed final edition of the year. This issue highlights adventure, creativity, and relaxation as students explored topics inspired by summer activities, nature, travel, sports, and life outdoors through engaging articles and visually polished layouts. From bright color palettes to carefully organized page designs, each spread reflects intentional creativity, strong design choices, and the real-world publication skills students have developed throughout the year.

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What Students Learn

Through each publication, students develop skills that cover...

Digital Design

Students learn how to create professional layouts using grid systems, spacing, and alignment.

Typography

Students explore how font choices impact readability and visual appeal.

Color Theory

Students explore how color palettes impact readability and visual appeal.

Writing & Editing

Students practice organizing ideas, writing clearly, and adapting their tone for a specific audience.

Responsible AI Research

Students learn how to research responsibly, evaluate information, and use AI tools effectively.

Collaboration & Publishing Workflows

Students work in teams, meet deadlines, and contribute to a shared final product.

Every issue is a combination of creativity, structure, and real-world production experience.

Student Designers

These students are the creative force behind Studio 719, bringing together ideas, design, and storytelling to produce each issue from start to finish. Behind every page is a designer, a writer, and a problem-solver who has taken on the challenge of turning concepts into visually engaging magazine spreads. Through research, writing, and thoughtful layout design, they have learned that great work is not just about how something looks, but how clearly and effectively it communicates a message.

This group represents what it truly means to learn by doing. From their first ideas to the final publication, they have built skills in collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking while pushing themselves to try new approaches. Their growth is visible in every detail—stronger layouts, clearer writing, and more confident design choices with each issue they complete.

Most importantly, this work reflects their voice. Every article, design decision, and creative choice is student-driven, making each publication unique. Together, they have created something meaningful—work that showcases not only their skills, but their effort, teamwork, and pride in what they have accomplished.

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Instructor

Mrs. Richter

I am a technology educator and digital design instructor with over 5 years of experience teaching web design, graphic design, and media production. My background includes HTML and CSS, user-focused web design, and industry-standard tools such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Animate, Canva, & more.

Through Studio 719, I bring real-world design workflows into the classroom, guiding students through research, content creation, layout design, and final publication. My instruction focuses on typography, color theory, and visual design, while also integrating responsible AI use and digital literacy.

I am passionate about helping students move beyond template-based work to create original, thoughtful designs that combine creativity with technical skill.