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Every great story begins somewhere. And in scholastic journalism, it begins in our classrooms, with a question, a notebook, a camera, a microphone or the courage to speak up when others stay silent.

This year’s theme — “Start Here, Change Everything” — celebrates the power of student journalists to inform their communities, elevate unheard voices and document the moments that define their schools and society. In classrooms, newsrooms, yearbook labs and broadcast studios, students learn far more than reporting, writing, editing and design; they learn how to seek truth, think critically, engage respectfully and lead with integrity.

Scholastic journalism is where curiosity becomes confidence, where observation becomes action, and where young people discover that their words and images have the power to inspire dialogue, create understanding and drive meaningful change. Every interview is an opportunity to listen. Every deadline is a lesson in responsibility. Every story is a chance to leave a lasting impact. Whether covering a championship game, celebrating student achievements, spotlighting important issues or preserving memories for future generations, student journalists are shaping the historical record of their communities while preparing to shape the world beyond them. The journey starts with a single idea, a single question or a single story, but the possibilities are limitless.

Start here. And together, we can change everything.