School Newspaper or Online Publication
Write, edit, and publish for your school community
Why It Matters
Great for journalism, English, communications, and design programs. Running the paper as editor-in-chief is particularly impressive - it shows writing, editorial judgment, and project management.
How to Start
Join your school's existing newspaper or yearbook. If none exists, start an online publication using WordPress or Substack. Cover school news, opinion pieces, and investigative features.
Commitment
- Commitment level: Med
- Best starting grade: G7
- G7 or G8 - building from contributor to editor over several years creates a compelling progression.
Programs It Supports
- Journalism
- English
- Communications
- Political Science
- Media