Lance+Newspaper

Prerequisite: teacher recommendation for multiple credit and strong writing skills = =
 * THE LANCE NEWSPAPER PUBLISHING & WRITING FOR THE MEDIA (BUS551) **1 credit / Grades 10 - 12
 * ARE YOU INTERESTED IN JOURNALISM?**

**Questions? Contact Mrs. Donna Kennedy**
Acting like a true journalist gives this class a genuine and unique feel. Learning newspaper and advertising design, successful interviewing skills, building journalistic writing skills and working under a business-like, deadline-oriented atmosphere are just a few aspects of this class. Students will learn to quickly and effectively work under pressure, how to think critically and objectively, and other essential characteristics that are needed in all careers. If you enjoy writing, graphic design and photography, this student-run newspaper (The Lance) may be that missing piece to complete your set of great La Follette experiences. Those interested in editor positions may apply and take the class for the entire school year. Students can take this class more than once for credit. Course goal: For each student to learn effective writing skills that are beneficial in any aspect the business world and to use critical thinking skills to objectively assess school and business situations. ► Students interested in a combined class and job placement experience should refer to the Interdepartmental Studies Section of this Curriculum Guide and our Career Internship (STW151) offering.