We are proud of the KEMPA achievements showcased at the 2014 Journalism Education Association/National Scholastic Press Association Spring Convention. The convention was ran from April 10th to 13th.

Write-offs

Niles West High School, Skokie, IL

EXCELLENT: Online News Package, Michelle Sproat; adviser Evelyn Lauer

EXCELLENT: Online News Package, Alyssa Guzman; adviser Evelyn Lauer

EXCELLENT: Online News Package, Gabby Abesamis; adviser Evelyn Lauer

HONORABLE MENTION: Sports Writing, Vinny Kabat; adviser Evelyn Lauer

Homestead High School, Mequon, WI

SUPERIOR award in editorial writing for Highlander editor-in-chief Katie Bandurski. Highest award given at Write-offs! She listened to a speaker on water supply and composed on Friday. Katie Bandurski holds up her medal.

SUPERIOR: Editorial Writing, Katie Badurski; adviser Rachel Rauch

Best of Show
Homestead High School, Mequon, WI

FIFTH PLACE: Tabloid, 8 pages or less

The following KEMPA advisers were recognized at the Saturday Awards Luncheon at the San Diego convention:

Rising Star Award: Rachel Rauch, Homestead High School, Mequon, WI
MJE Renewal: Linda Barrington, KEMPA Executive Director

Congratulations!