Point Loma High – Journalism 1 – 2 (School Newspaper)
Mar 2026 · 2nd Semester
This course meets the college-preparatory (g) elective requirement in the UC/CSU "a-g" subject areas. Journalism 1-2 introduces the basic techniques and skills of journalistic writing, investigates the meaning of freedom of the press and the dependency of other freedoms upon an informed citizenry, and prepares the students for participation in school publications. Students in the journalism class will work as staff for the school newspaper, The Pointer Press.
Prerequisites: Recommendation Prerequisites: "A" or "B" in both semesters of the previous English class. We look to build a diverse staff of talented and motivated students, from any grade level, with or without journalistic experience. Please note this course requires an application.
Grades: Grades 9 – 12
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