Entries by Alex Steil
It’s worth a kick
The last few months can be filled with heavy decisions such as editorial staff and goal setting for the following year. Before that gets into full swing, why not take some time, grab a kickball and have an old fashioned kickball game for a change of pace? It could be just your Quill and Scroll […]
Why journalism matters
NSPA and Quill and Scroll offer the sweatshirt “Journalism Matters Now More than Ever,” but what does it mean? Why does journalism matter? Why is it more important than any time in recent history to make sure we cover our local communities? (Hint: many cuts to local journalism have occurred nationwide.) This is intended to […]
Bring in a pro
It’s always a great time to bring in a speaker. Why not task your Quill and Scroll chapter with finding a speaker and organizing a visit? Have them brainstorm on an area for improvement and then search for local journalists (or nonlocal if they are able) to come and talk about the topic. Quill and […]
Quill and Scroll Induction
It’s time to start planning your spring Quill and Scroll induction ceremony. We leave the decisions as to how Quill and Scroll induction happens up to each Chapter. With that in mind, we have a few starter questions for the group. A few items to start: If applicable, how were students inducted last year? What […]
What is the free press status in your state?
After finding the status of legal protections in their state, students will examine these and learn about their governing policies and guidelines that impact them. Quill and Scroll Guiding Principles: Truth, Learning, Leadership, Loyalty, Initiative, Integrity, Judgment Materials: SPLC resource SPRC resource Set up: Have the SPLC information ready. Also, see if a school board […]
What is the mission of journalism today?
This podcast by Audie Cornish examines not only objectivity, but also public trust and the “shutting out” of news. The podcast includes a journalist talking about covering former President Donald Trump. Quill and Scroll Guiding Principles: Truth, Learning, Leadership, Loyalty, Initiative, Integrity, Judgment Materials: Podcast Set up: Make sure the podcast can be heard Step-by-step […]
