Verdugo Hills Senior High – Journalism 1a, Journalism 1b, Journalism 1a, Journalism 1b
Mar 2026 · 2nd Semester
The major purpose of this year-long elective course is to focus on writing and publishing the school newspaper/magazine at an introductory level by using advanced publishing software and graphic programs. Students practice all aspects of journalism through hands-on experience and a study of journalism-related literature. Students will analyze the structure and format of various newspapers and magazines, including the graphics and headers, and explain how the writers use the features to achieve their purpose. They will evaluate the credibility of a writer’s argument by critiquing the relationship between generalizations and evidence, the comprehensiveness of evidence, and the way the writer’s intent affects the structure and tone of the text. As writers, they will generate relevant questions about readings and issues that can be researched and refine their skill in using precise language, action verbs, sensory details.
Grades: 09-12
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