Foundations: Advisers Summit

This two-day workshop is essential for school publication advisers. Engaging tracks for yearbook, newspaper, and broadcast media offer tailored learning. Expert-led sessions cover advanced journalistic techniques and best practices, while Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) foster collaboration and mentorship. Attendees will enhance their journalism quality and impact. Suitable for both novices and experienced advisers looking for a refresher, this experience can transform advising.

What you’ll get

  • ✺Specialized Tracks

    Choose from focused tracks in yearbook, newspaper and broadcast to cater to the specific needs of your school's journalism program. 

  • ✺Interactive Sessions

    Engage in interactive workshops led by seasoned,  award-winning advisers, providing practical insights and strategies applicable to your school's journalism environment. 

  • ✺ Networking Opportunities

    Connect with peers, share experiences, and build a supportive network of advisers dedicated to fostering excellence in journalism education. 

  • ✺ For Arkansas, by Arkansas

    All sessions are directed by advisers with current Arkansas teaching licenses who are familiar with the specific needs of advisers in our home state.

  • ✺Two Memberships in One

    Thanks to our fantastic volunteers, the cost of the workshop will cover the cost of a year-long membership to both ASPA and JEA. Unlock exclusive members-only content and opportunities

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  • ✺ Resource Access

    Gain access to a wealth of resources, including membership to both our state and national organizations, access to a digital email listserv full of advisers from across the nation, industry best practices, and curriculum and presentations to empower your journalism program throughout the academic year. 

Limited Enrollment

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Limited Enrollment 〰️

Save the Date

July 24-25

Venue: Bryant High School 

Cost: $140* 

Deadline Sign Up: June 24, 2025

To register and pay by check, please email jturner@bryantschools.org. 

*Lodging and meals not included.

Topics Covered

Broadcast

Equipment 

Staff Selection 

Staff Organization 

Must-teach curriculum 

Sports Programs 

News Programs 

Law and Ethics 

Funding 

Yearbook

Staff Selection  

Staff Organization 

Photographic Composition 

Photographic Equipment Q&A 

Journalistic Writing 

Layout and Design 

Theme 

Law and Ethics 

Funding  & Yearbook Biding 

Newspaer

Staff Selection 

Staff Organization 

Print vs Online Publishing 

Photographic Composition 

Photographic Equipment Q&A 

Journalistic Writing 

Print Layout and Design 

Law and Ethics 

Funding 

 We believe our summer workshop will prepare you with the tools and knowledge needed to make a lasting impact, but last year’s attendees say it better:

“Working with the trainers to understand planning and curriculum and photography skills was invaluable!” 

— Celeste Byrd, Fountain Lake 

“I loved having a refresher of the basics and hearing what other programs do.”

— Jamie Bratton, Conway High School 

“This was SO helpful and the presenters were really friendly and easy to approach!”

— Sara Mader, Mount St. Mary Academy 

“Y’ALL DID AMAZING! By far the best PD I’ve ever been at! I loved the lesson ideas along with resources.”

— Ellie Britt, Wynne High School