Why join
theVOICE?
You have limited slots in your schedule; we get it. Time is tight. So why take News Media Production? Four reasons: 1 A TRADITION OF EXCELLENCE Being part of a nationally-recognized program looks great on a college application. In the last 22 years, no program at HHS has accomplished as much as the Voice. Some recent highlights: • • • •
2016-17-18 Columbia SPA Crown Finalists 2017 National SPA All-American Publication NINA’s 2018 IL Journalist of the Year, Alexandra Landman 8 IHSA State Champions/Sectional Team Championships
2 THE SKILLS YOU WILL LEARN • News Media Production will provide you with a real-world work environment that wlll prepare you for college and beyond. You will develop writing, critical thinking, leadership, photography, design, marketing, time-management, and problem-solving skills that will stick with you, even if you don’t pursue journalism as a career.
3 TRAVEL OPPORTUNITIES • Being a member of the staff means that you will have the opportunity to attend national journalism conventions. In the last six years, we have been to Boston, Washington DC, Orlando, Indianapolis, Dallas, and New York City. In the next three years, we plan to attend conventions in Washington DC, Philadelphia, and again in New York City.
4 FAMILY ATMOSPHERE • News Media Production provides a sense of belonging unlike anything else at Huntley HS. Wearing Voice shirts on distribution days. Secret Santa and a Christmas party at the adviser’s house. End of the year get-togethers. Summer barbecues. KEMPA journalism camp for editors and staff. When you enroll in News Media Production, you join a family with hundreds of alums going back over 20 years. The Voice is a community where you can be yourself and belong.