Dougherty Valley HighJournalism 1

Apr 2026 · 2nd Semester

Journalism students will expand their English/Language Arts skills. They will practice varied forms of journalistic writing including news, features, and sports stories, as well as reviews and editorials. Students are required to write both longer monthly assignments and shorter weekly articles, and complete other class projects. Students learn laws and ethical standards related to journalism. Students are introduced to the design and layout skills of producing a school newspaper, both online and print. This course is designed for students who are interested in refining their writing skills as well as exploring careers in journalism.

Grades: 9-12

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