I joined NEWSPA as a new teacher and adviser in 2000, having really no idea what it all entailed. It was one of the best decisions I have ever made. Not only did I get a lot of help starting my career as a journalism adviser, but it broadened my network and taught me more about journalism and advising than any book ever could. I’ve been on the board nearly every year since then, even through switching schools and from newspaper to yearbook. I’ve brought my students to every conference and it has been a highlight of the year for my staff. The conference provides real-life education to my students and it’s a great way to celebrate the year.
Sara Klein, adviser for Oshkosh North High School’s yearbook, Reflections
Membership
NEWSPA membership entitles schools to enter the newspaper, website and yearbook competitions where your publications can be critiqued by media professionals. Member schools receive reduced rates for students and advisers attending the annual spring high school journalism conference. Students attending member schools are also eligible to submit applications for 10 $500 NEWSPA scholarships offered in partnership with the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh Cooperative Academic Partnership Program.
Membership Fee:
- $65 per year
Membership Lists:
2021-22
Sept. 1, 2021 – Aug. 31, 2022
- Appleton North High School
- Neenah High School
- Oshkosh North High School
- Oshkosh West High School
- Wausau West High School
- Wautoma High School
2020-2021 Membership
Sept. 1, 2020 – Aug. 31, 2021
- Berlin High School
- Oshkosh North High School
- Oshkosh West High School
- Wausau West High School
- Wautoma High School