The Diversity Award honors a scholastic journalism teacher, student media adviser or scholastic journalism group demonstrating a commitment to cultural awareness and encouraging a multicultural approach with its student media. Apply by Dec. 15. Learn more: jea.org/wp/home/awards…

YOU GOT THIS! Let me know if you have questions or need help!

I explored the science behind what makes food spicy and how D-FW chefs like Anastacia QuiñonesPitttman and Nikky Phinyawatana incorporate spicy food into their menus. And, I answer the burning question: can you build a tolerance to spicy food? dallasnews.com/food/2022/12/1…

🚨💝 Calling all D-FW couples: I'm working on a story about the science of love for Valentine's Day and I want to know how you met & knew you were a perfect match. DMs and email are open: [email protected] 🥰

Your turn, Virginia.

We need administrators who get it in every school. So excited for Daniel AND for the teachers and students he will support in the future!

Even more tips for faster writing: 4. Before drafting, scratch out a five-point plan on a yellow pad. Not a full outline. Just the big parts. 5. Draft earlier than you think you can. After an interview, write a "zero draft" to teach you what you know & what's left to learn.

One of the best places to start with student press freedom advocacy is right in your own school district! So, we created a Toolkit to walk you through you all of the steps you need to take to protect and expand student press freedom in your community: loom.ly/jmNID7s

Fun fact: this happened to me about 17 years ago. My cat was too wily to be contained and figured out how to unzip her soft carrier before take-off. I was MORTIFIED, but it sure makes for a good story.

Student journalists, we know how much time you spend submitting public records requests for stories. But has someone ever hit you with the reverse Uno card and requested records from YOUR newsroom?🤔 Here's our latest guidance on how you can respond loom.ly/gKtLBJs

There’s nothing better, guys. And for all my friends outside of Virginia, you’re welcome to join us!

So many famous people IN ONE PLACE?? I can’t even.

LET’S FINISH A YEARBOOK THIS WEEK, GUYS.

SO PROUD of Kasey!! Congrats!

It’s balcony scene day!

Congrats, Louisa! You’re going to be outstanding!

From one favorite podcast to another - the best expert I know is Knox McCoy of The Popcast: Knox & Jamie fame.