The Power of Reporting Community News

Presenter: Josie Hart Faculty Sponser: Dr. Katrina Quinn

 

Not Afraid of History Project Overview Greenville Juniotr/Senior High School

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Reporting Process

Each story followed a structured reporting workflow that included:
« Pre-reporting research to establish context and credibility
« Conducting interviews with community members and key
sources
« Fact-checking information for accuracy and ethical integrity
« Writing and editing for clarity, engagement and AP style

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The process emphasized adapting storytelling techniques based on
Greenville resident Mekhi Hawkins, 20, explains the architectural features of the Greenville the su bjeC't matter while main‘taining journalistic respOhSibi“ty.
Manor on Oct. 9, 2025. The former construction worker says, “The original glass windows of p - - - - - - =
the house have a wavy look to them from the liquid manner of glass as it sits over a long Greenville High School students discuss their group work in Mr. Chapman'’s biology class on
period of time.” (Photo/Josie Hart) Dec. 5, 2025. Students adjusted to the absence of their phones by replacing it with fidget toys
< . ° and engaging in more classroom conversation. (Photo/Josie Hart)
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« The story idea stemmed from Spookt, a spooky movie filmed in Greenville High School that was

implemented Fall of 2025
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- GHS Senl‘or Bella Whl‘teman Source: Greenville Junior/Senior High School Administration
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