RESOURCES
JEA has created lesson plans — nearly 200 weeks worth — across 11 content areas, complete with classroom materials, learning outcomes, assessments and models.
RECOGNITION
JEA awards and contests offer members and their students a platform to showcase excellence and receive the recognition they deserve.
Scholastic journalism organizations support essential coverage of Black Lives Matter movement
From: JEA Executive Director Kelly Glasscock, CJE; JEA President Sarah Nichols, MJE Faced with unprecedented challenges this year, student journalists across the country have demonstrated remarkable fidelity in practicing the[…]
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“Anti-racist Writing Workshop” guides teachers to create an inclusive classroom environment
By Sarah Nichols, MJE, JEA president Journalism teachers committed to building community, challenging racism and restructuring existing power dynamics will find both inspiration and practical takeaways from “The Anti-Racist Writing[…]
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21 Superior entries in Junior High/Middle School National Media Contest
The Journalism Education Association announces the winners of the 2021 Junior High/Middle School National Media Contest. This was the first time the media contest was conducted through the NSMC system.[…]
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We educate teachers on how to educate students
Among JEA’s more than 2,900 members are journalism teachers and publications advisers, media professionals, press associations, adviser organizations, libraries, publishing companies, newspapers, radio stations and
departments of journalism.
Upcoming Dates to Remember
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July 15, 2021
Administrator of the Year Award application deadline
July 15, 2021
Adviser awards application deadline: Carl Towley, Medal of Merit, Friend of Scholastic Journalism, Rising Star
July 15, 2021
Future Journalism Teacher Scholarships application deadline
July 15, 2021
Speaker proposals due for the fall convention
July 16, 2021
Fall C:JET magazine copy submission deadline
September 1, 2021
CJE/MJE certification testing deadline
JEA programs you should know about
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Join us for the fall national convention
The Fall JEA/NSPA National High School Journalism Convention is a semiannual gathering of high school journalists and advisers sponsored by the Journalism Education Association and its partner, the National Scholastic Press Association. The associations partner to prepare hundreds of practical and professional learning sessions, from high-profile keynotes to specific, problem-solving breakouts, hands-on workshops and discussion groups.
Join a national community of journalism advisers
Don’t take our word for it – here’s what our members say:
JEA gave me footing when I was a fresh newspaper adviser, and it grew into a trusted friendship, a place I go to celebrate milestones, practice my journalistic craft, and make lifetime bonds with peers whom I rely on for support.
Come on in, there’s room for you, too!
– MICHELLE HARMON, MJE
Boise, Idaho
I love being a member of JEA because as an adviser of media, sometimes it’s like being on an island all by yourself at school. Networking with JEA, attending the Advisers Institute and conferences, being able to access
curriculum, and building
relationships have all helped me become a better adviser and educator.
– CANDICE GRAVITT, CJE
Las Vegas, Nevada
Simply put, the best professional organization available for journalism educators. From the conventions to the curriculum to the listserv, there is no better source for information about teaching journalism. If you’re not a
member you’re doing
yourself, and your students, a disservice.
– DENNIS LEIZEAR, CJE
Wilmington, Delaware
Support scholastic journalism
Upcoming Events
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2021 Advisers Institute
July 5, 2021 – July 8, 2021
New Orleans
JEA Advisers Institute brings journalism teachers from across the country together for a week of adviser-specific training and networking.
Fall JEA/NSPA National High School Journalism Convention
November 11, 2021 – November 14, 2021
Philadelphia
The nation’s largest spring gathering of scholastic journalists, advisers and journalism teachers.
PANIC BUTTON
Need Help? You found it.
If you are a JEA member or students of a JEA member who need assistance concerning censorship issues, use the panic button below to generate an online form to explain your situation. This will go to a Scholastic Press Rights Committee member who will assist you quickly and notify others in your state so they can offer assistance. This outreach capability is a direct result of JEA’s Adviser Assistance Program and is designed to combat censorship issues advisers and students might face.
AWARDS
JEA National Student Media Contests
Registration for the fall 2021 National Student Media Contests will open in September.
Spring 2021 NSMC Winners
More than 400 students competed in the spring National Student Media Contests.
Our Team
Meet some of the faces behind the Journalism Education Association
Kelly Glasscock, CJE
Executive Director
Sarah Nichols, MJE
President
Valerie Kibler, MJE
Vice President
Kristin Taylor, CJE
Director, Scholastic Press Rights
Shari Adwers, MJE
Director, Educational Initiatives
Brenda Field, MJE
Director-at-large
Katie Merritt, MJE
Director-at-large
Sarah Verpooten, MJE
Director-at-large
Contact us
Do you have a question about the benefits of being a member? Feel free to send us a message!