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
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✺Specialized Tracks
Choose from focused tracks in yearbook, newspaper and broadcast to cater to the specific needs of your school's journalism program.
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✺Interactive Sessions
Engage in interactive workshops led by seasoned, award-winning advisers, providing practical insights and strategies applicable to your school's journalism environment.
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✺ Networking Opportunities
Connect with peers, share experiences, and build a supportive network of advisers dedicated to fostering excellence in journalism education.
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✺ 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.
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✺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