The High School Newsroom

Helping new (and seasoned) journalism advisers run successful programs

Welcome!

For high school journalism teachers who need a little (or a lot!) of help advising a student newspaper and building a program, our website provides manageable ideas and lessons through articles, videos, and podcasts. With The High School Newsroom, you can learn how to manage a newsroom, create units and lessons aligned with Common Core Standards, build a strong journalism program, and take on the daunting role of adviser with ease.

The High School Newsroom also offers the following:

  • Scholastic journalism news

  • Practical lesson ideas and resources for news, opinion, feature, sports and entertainment writing

  • Lesson ideas and resources for teaching multimedia production

  • Resources on incorporating social media

  • Resources on growing a journalism program

  • Tips and tricks for grading


  • Website and InDesign ideas and help

  • Ideas on how to manage newsrooms based on personalities

  • Information on copyright law

  • Pointers on how to coach competitive journalism

  • Online teaching best practices

  • Advice on working with administration and school boards

  • Advice on how to advise and teach without burning out


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