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RESOURCE VAULT

The PATH-J Resource Vault is a curated collection of tools, opportunities, and guides designed to support middle and high school students in exploring journalism beyond the classroom.

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From publishing platforms to real-world opportunities, this is where students turn learning into action.

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1. Publishing & Competitions

Share Your Work with the World

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  • The New York Times Student Learning Network

  • PBS NewsHour Student Reporting Labs

  • Start your own Substack or blog

  • School newspaper & independent publications

2. Internships &
Real-World Experience

Step Into the Field

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  • Guide: How to Cold Email a Local Newsroom

  • Template: Outreach email to editors/journalists

  • List: Local newspapers, community media, online publications

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You shall also consider:

  • Local city newspapers

  • Community radio stations

  • Nonprofit media organizations

Tip: Many journalism opportunities are not advertised—learning how to reach out is a key skill.

3. Civic Journalism Tools

  • FOIA (Freedom of Information Act) request templates

  • Media Literacy Checklist

4. Build Your Own School Media

  • How to start a school newspaper

  • Team structure (editor, writer, designer)

  • Editorial workflow guide

  • Publishing schedule template

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