What Makes a Great Student Press Corps Story?
To qualify for publication and recognition, articles must cover specific events or initiatives directly tied to your school PTA/PTSA or council PTA.
3 Core Article Categories
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PTA/PTSA Programs
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Examples: Educational workshops, student enrichment activities, campus safety initiatives, or family engagement nights.
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Focus: How the program enriched the student body or strengthened family engagement.
2. PTA/PTSA Partnerships
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Examples: Collaborative efforts between the PTA/PTSA and local businesses, community organizations, or outside supporters.
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Focus: How collaboration brought outside resources into the school community.
3. PTA/PTSA Fundraisers
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Fundraisers
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Examples: Jog-a-thons, community auctions, or seasonal fairs organized or supported by the PTA/PTSA.
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Focus: What funds were raised for and how community involvement made it a success.
The Gold Standard: Explicit PTA/PTSA Focus
Key Requirement: Every article must explicitly highlight the PTA’s/ PTSA’s specific involvement (e.g., funding provided, volunteer hours organized, or event planning executed).
Articles containing general praise for overall school or teacher activities without detailing specific PTA/PTSA involvement are not eligible for publication or service hour credit.