That Girl from the
Broadcast
As I walk through school
at the end of third period, I pass by students eager to go to their next class,
I find myself ready to enter into my oasis, Room H-3. Arriving in the room I am
always greeted by the same familiar faces and my teacher, Mrs. Judson sitting
behind her white apple laptop placed at an angle on her desk so she can view
the students. The classroom, which is smaller than the average is located right
next to the dance room causing me to hear the slight sound of dancing feet
coming from the walls. Walking in, students immediately approach me with
questions, complaints, and statements, all wanting my approval or advice on
something. I glance over to see Mrs. Judson passively tending to her laptop, I
must handle the students in front of me, which is just another day as Executive
Producer of Etiwanda High School Journalism class.
Journalism class is like
no other class on campus, the room was designed specifically to mimic a real
newsroom. Room H-3 is not seen by students who are not in Journalism class
because it is full of expensive cameras, tripods and all other equipment needed
for filming. This is partially the reason for the strategic placement of the
classroom, but also because it is grounds for secrets that are used for
producing memorable shows for students. The room correspondingly has its own
constructed secret. To the left is a small door with a sign that reads “Do Not
Enter Filming in Progress” or “Enter” and inside that insignificant door is an
enormous room complete with a green screen and teleprompter, this is where the
magic happens.
When I am in room H-3 I
feel powerful because inside this familiar place as Executive Producer I am
accountable for what is produced to students. Also it is a place that earned me
the name "That Girl from the Broadcast." I have gained an amazing
experience from working in room H-3 and the amazing opportunity of being
Head-Anchor for the show. This school-wide broadcast has become well-known for
students and staff as, Eagles News Network (ENN). Students depend on the
broadcast for updated of the latest news and events happening on and off
campus.
Informing the student body
is also another achievement from room H-3. Since my freshmen year and at the
end of every year I have had the opportunity to speak to incoming freshman at
their assembly about the importance of being involved at Etiwanda High School.
Without my broadcasting practice from Journalism I would not be able to face
over one thousand students to convenience them that being active in high school
is beneficial to their experience. I have also been invited to speak in front
of my school board, Chaffey Joint Unified School District, representing high
achieving students trying to make a positive difference.
As I walk into this
familiar room every day and even sometimes on the weekends I see a small space
that represents more than just a Journalism class, it is the place that gave me
the chance to give back and discover what I enjoy doing. It has shaped me as a
student and given me connections that I would not have had. At Etiwanda High
School I know the power of Room H-3.
l'm a digital film student so every detail that was in this story I can relate to.Great Job
ReplyDeleteI never knew how stressful being an executive producer in journalism was until now. The pressure is on you constantly to make decisions and I can tell from the story that you are highly passionate about it. Great piece!
ReplyDeleteThis is great insight into the world of Journalism. I felt that you took us with you into H-3 and what it means to you. The fact that the journalism rooms makes you feel very powerful and confident is reflected in the quality of the videos journalism puts out for third period SSR. Great Job to you and your team, thanks for making our school a better place. :D
ReplyDeleteThis does well to tell the reader how much this room means to you.
ReplyDeleteI LOVE IT! and not just because im in journalism but because even though i walk into the same room you walk in everyday i felt like you were describing somewhere completely different. I love that you describe this room almost as your sanctuary. your pride. and even your life. The passion came to life and i liked that.
ReplyDeleteThis piece did a great job in describing what the journalism class means to you. It is obvious by your diction and tone that you are very passionate about what you do, and that's always great to see from students. Great job!
ReplyDeleteI love how the readers can really sense your sentimentality for the room and your love for journalism. The details of things that stick out to you in the room really portray to the readers how much H-3 means to you. Keep doing what you love and keep writing!
ReplyDeleteI have a cousin who has the same stress as you do. I love how hard working you are and how passionate about what you're doing. I hope I can find something that I'm passionate about to.
ReplyDeleteIt's great to know how much journalism means to you and the how much you enjoy it. The way you described the classroom makes it seem like a cozy and comforting room for you to enter. Thanks for making the broadcasts possible.
ReplyDeleteI never knew how much work journalism puts into these videos, and I really enjoy them. Great story and keep up the good work!
ReplyDeleteI really loved how you described the classroom and how you put your view point of how much effort you've put into ENN. I've seen you when you film, and you're just fantastic. I love your passion for this class, and I feel like you did an amazing way expressing it Marissa.
ReplyDeleteI'm glad that you found something that you're very passionate about in school. Have fun!!!
ReplyDeleteSounds fun. I never knew how much effort went into the broadcast.
ReplyDeleteGood job Marissa, it not only shows how passionate and involved you are in Journalism as well as the school broadcast, but how tentative you are. Good job! :)
ReplyDeleteI loved how detailed you were about Room H-3 and how you put a lot of hard work into ENN. Also I really like how your so passionate about Journalism and that Room H-3 isn't just a class. I think you are an amazing Head-Anchor in ENN. Great story, I loved reading it.
ReplyDeleteBroadcasting sounds really fun after reading this. Great story
ReplyDeleteI never thought that journalism would had so much work and effort to put in. You did really good i see your films and you do great! keep up the great effort
ReplyDeleteYou are great at what you do . Keep up the good work!
ReplyDeleteI do video editing and make films as well and it is really fun. FYI, I use Sony Vegas 12 Pro. Anyway, it's really exciting and awesome that someone else enjoys a similar work as I do. My best work come from the times I'm most happy.
ReplyDeleteMarissa, great job on detailing our journalism classroom, I would totally agree with you on how our classroom is different than others including our own "constructed secret" room where we anchor by ourselves. I'm glad that you have grown throughout this class as being the leader/teacher. :)
ReplyDeleteI'm not exactly in any clubs...I was in Marching Band last semester, and in drumline. Meaning, I we may start off rallies, or play in the quad before school, etc..etc... But, this gives me insight to the power of clubs, how they shape young boys and girls into dedicated, committed, and smart young men and women, and how the value of clubs (mostly when active for 3+ years) is realized, and taken into thought. The fact that you shared this, actually motivates me to join a club. Not to be remembered, but to share the experience to others, and continue a chain reaction that you're doing yourself. I'm very serious when I say I'm going to join a club..I've always seen them as something extra that takes time from something I could be doing, whether school work or straight up chilling. (Also, I'm on Pandora, and Miley Cyrus is playing.. I want to skip it, but can't stop typing.
ReplyDeleteI really enjoyed this narrative, it sounds like you've found a place that is almost like a second home to you. wonderful piece!
ReplyDeleteWell looks like you really found a hobby and or a great talent of yours keep up thr great work ! Excellant
ReplyDeleteI really love the detail you put into this and showing the readers the great emotion that class brings to you. Wonderful job!!
ReplyDeleteI never knew about room H-3 but I can tell you're really passionate about journalism, helping people get involved in school activities and representing Etiwanda. Good job.
ReplyDeleteI loved this story! I can totally relate to it because I have Digital Film in that class. It's awesome to hear that you have so much fun with this. This is a very inspirational story! Great job!
ReplyDelete-Lauren Waitman
Good Job on the writing. I think the repetition is a good thing for this piece. It really shows how passionate you are about this. I love the broadcasts and now I know a little more as what goes into it.
ReplyDeleteI like how you immersed us into the world of your journalism class with so much imagery, its very interesting! I'm glad that you have found something that you are so enthusiastic about. Great job!
ReplyDeleteThe passion for journalism was definitely transferred to this paper. Honestly it feels like you work so hard and I never realized that that's what went on in your life.
ReplyDeleteI've never really knew how stressful it is to be a Executive Producer Journalism, from reading this I now know every detail that actually happens.
ReplyDeleteReading this makes me wish I had joined journalism, good job! Your imagery was strong and it was very informative.
ReplyDeleteI didnt know how stressful it is to be in journalism, let alone Executive Producer. I enjoy all the work journalism does, keep it up :)
ReplyDelete-shaniya t.