Describes the very first interviewing and writing assignment that introductory students do in a high school journalism class. (SR)

Gives a four-step approach to creating a "package" of news items on a featured topic. (SR)

Outlines a step-by-step approach to creating a grid to help in "packaging" news items on the front page, inside news page, and sports page. Offers a completed prototype. (SR)

Lists alternative ways to present the same story: traditional, narrative, radical clarity, and point of view. Presents a four-step plan to assess what readers want to see and how to meet that need. Provides a cautionary note about how to avoid "bad" text. Explains that readers like variety, and suggests different ways to present visual…

Argues that high school newspapers might do well to create stronger ties with alternative weeklies. Discusses issues of niche marketing, alternative content, and alternative presentation. Notes that high school papers could learn a lot from alternative newspapers. (SR)