Herman J. Russell West End Academy
Grade 6Journalism I (9th, 10th, 11th grades)

Herman J. Russell West End AcademyJournalism I (9th, 10th, 11th grades)

Apr 2026 · 2nd Semester

This course focuses on an introduction to journalistic writing through an analysis of newspapers, yearbooks, literary magazines, and broadcast journalism.  A concentration on the following components of journalistic writing may include, but is not limited to the interview process; evaluating sources; the purpose, structure, and diction in writing; and training in the various technology used in publishing. Students should participate in news gathering, the study of journalism ethics and laws, ...

Grades: 9th, 10th, 11th grades

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