In the highly competitive KSPA December/January contest, Bishop Miege High School emerged as a dominant force, securing top positions in Academics Photography, Infographics, Yearbook Copy, and Yearbook Layout. Shawnee Mission East High School showcased a formidable performance, leading in Sports Photography, Sports Writing, and Video News. Mill Valley High School…...
Thomas announces end-of-year resignation as executive director
FROM ERIC THOMAS, KSPA EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Dear KSPA members, On Feb. 3, I provided the KSPA board with a letter of resignation, ending my work as the executive director of the Kansas Scholastic Press Association effective June 7, 2024. During the remainder of the spring 2024 semester, I will remain…...
Congratulations to the 2023 November Monthly Contest Winners!
The KSPA November contest showcased remarkable achievements in various journalism categories, highlighting the diversity and excellence of Kansas high school journalism programs. Bishop Miege High School stood out as a dominant force, securing first place in Academics Photography, Feature Writing, and Sports Writing, as well as excelling in Portrait and…...
Unveiling the 2023 All-Kansas Yearbook winners
Congratulations to the following KSPA-member yearbook staffs who earned All-Kansas yearbook status in the 2023 All-Kansas critiques. Our judges have critiqued over 50 books and awarded 28 All-Kansas awards. Judges were supplied a critique booklet and a copy of the yearbook in October. The completed electronic critique booklets are in…...
Congratulations to the 2023 October Monthly Contest Winners!
The KSPA October monthly contest has spotlighted the exceptional talent within the Kansas high school journalism community. Several schools demonstrated exceptional talent across various categories. Shawnee Mission East High School conquered the competition, claiming first place in “Yearbook Copy,” “Opinion Writing,” “Infographics” and “Video Production.” Their well-rounded skills in written…...
Kansas Award Winners at the 2023 Fall NHSJC
Congratulations to the amazing students who represented Kansas student journalism at the 2023 Fall National High School Journalism Convention in Boston! Below is a list of Kansas students and schools who took home hardware in Boston. We’re proud that Kansas continues to lead the way in showcasing some of the…...
Congratulations to the 2023 Aug/Sept Monthly Contest Winners!
The KSPA August/September monthly contest has spotlighted the exceptional talent within the Kansas high school journalism community. Mill Valley High School, Lawrence High School and Shawnee Mission East High School emerged as the standout performers, showcasing their exceptional skills and talent in various categories. Mill Valley High School demonstrated their…...
Madison Loomis wins 2023 Sunflower Award
KSPA congratulates the 2023 Sunflower Award winner: Madison Loomis from Maize South High School. The Sunflower Award recognizes new advisers who show enthusiasm and dedication to building a strong journalism program and aims to encourage those teachers to remain in the profession. Loomis advises the yearbook and teaches English at…...