While everyone freaks out about deadlines and to-do lists, Mr. King’s room feels like entering a different atmosphere. This class is like an offbeat corner of the school. He’s part class clown, part laid-back mentor, and somehow the only teacher who actually understands your struggles.
It’s not just the chill atmosphere that makes journalism stand out – it’s what we do in there. We’re actually creating something, and voicing our own opinions while doing so; we are learning while completing work that feels interesting and real, not just assignments to check off.
In journalism class, we tackle the news world by learning how to research, interview, and write different types of articles, like news reports and feature stories. We get hands-on experience by covering real events, creating multimedia content, and working on projects that show us what a real newsroom is like. Collaborating with classmates and discussing media ethics helps us think critically, which is super important in today’s information-packed world.
Journalism class? It’s like the school’s secret garden. While everyone else is stressing over tests and homework, we’re in this chill space where ideas grow wild. Mr. King? He’s like the head gardener, cracking jokes while showing us how to dig deep into stories. We’re not just doing assignments; we’re planting thoughts, watering them with interviews, and watching them bloom into cool articles and visuals.
Mr. King brings a unique energy to our class with his quirky personality, making the learning environment more engaging and relatable than most teachers. We feel comfortable asking questions because, while he offers constructive feedback, it’s never in a way that diminishes our confidence – for the most part. He enforces rules only when necessary, typically when boundaries are pushed. He’s also very good at breaking down complex topics into easily understandable concepts.
“Mr. King is a very lenient teacher and is very understanding overall,” Freshman Molly Janson said.
Others also appreciate the class for a break from all the stress in an innovative way.
Freshman Vega Horne said, “it’s a way to express myself in creative ways and is very refreshing but also productive.”
Overall, no one has ever complained about Mr. King’s class. If you know any incoming freshmen or people looking for an elective, spread the word about journalism. They will not regret taking this class.