William B Travis High School – Jour News III

Mar 2026 · 2nd Semester

Students enrolled in Advanced Journalism: Newspaper II and III will communicate in a variety of forms such as print, digital, or online media for a variety of audiences and purposes. High school students are expected to plan, draft, and complete written and/ or visual communications on a regular basis, carefully examining their copy for clarity, engaging language, and the correct use of the conventions and mechanics of written English. In Advanced Journalism: Newspaper II and III students are expected to become analytical consumers of media and technology to enhance their communication skills. In addition, students will apply journalistic ethics and standards. Students enrolled in Advanced Journalism: Newspaper II and III will refine and enhance their journalistic skills, research self-selected topics, and plan, organize, and prepare a project(s) in one or more forms of media. Journalism III satisfies the advanced English requirement except for Multidisciplinary Endorsement. Please note: The Newspaper Course is being phased out but students currently in Newspaper I and II may still continue on their pathway. Newspaper I will not be offered in the 2024-25 school year. Consider other courses within the Journalism Pathway such as Yearbook or Broadcasting.