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It’s the announcement you’ve been waiting for: Best of SNO submissions open on Monday, Sept. 15! If you’re new to Best of SNO, it’s our recognition program and website that highlights the best student journalism—writing, photography, video, and podcasts—submitted each weekday during the submission season. How to submit: Log in to your site’s dashboard and head to the SNO […]
Between social media, cable news, independent websites, and traditional outlets, it’s easier than ever for students to find story ideas connected to national events. It’s also easier than ever to download related photos, but doing so can be illegal. Every year, SNO Support handles tickets from programs that receive copyright takedown notices, demands for back […]
The start of a new academic year is always busy, but you don’t have to go it alone. Whether you’re troubleshooting your site, teaching journalism fundamentals, or looking for inspiration, SNO has built a library of resources to help you and your staff succeed. Here’s a roundup of the places to find answers, connect with […]
Welcome Back! Hello and welcome back! Whether you’re advising a student newsroom or leading a college publication, we know the first weeks are a whirlwind of setting up, remembering passwords, assigning stories, and building routines. At SNO, we’ve spent the summer working on tools and resources to help your staff do their best work, and […]
We’re excited to announce that SNO Sites has officially partnered with Reuters to bring high-quality photojournalism directly to your newsroom through your SNO Sites dashboard. Starting today, you can subscribe to the Reuters Photojournalism Service and gain access to a continuously updated collection of curated professional, real-world images that enhance your student publications. Pricing & Subscription Details K-12 Journalism […]
The Decline of Local News: A Growing Crisis Local news outlets are vanishing at an alarming rate. According to a 2022 study by Northwestern University’s Medill Local News Initiative, over 2,500 newspapers in the U.S. have closed since 2005, leaving millions without access to reliable local journalism. This “news desert” phenomenon not only affects communities’ […]
Do you remember when Twitter (erm, X) was fun and useful? Yeah, we do, too. That’s why we’re excited to announce that we’re making the switch to Bluesky—and we’d love for you to join us there. (We have an account for Best of SNO, too, and we’re posting all new Best of SNO story links there.) So, what is […]
In an era when local news coverage is more vital than ever, community newspapers play a crucial role in ensuring that communities stay informed. At SNO Sites, we’re committed to supporting that mission by offering a robust platform designed to help local community newspapers thrive online. Whether you’re starting a new community news outlet to […]
The National Scholastic Press Association announced the finalists for the Online Pacemaker Awards on Feb. 28. Twenty-four of the 26 finalists are part of the SNO network. The SNO Patrol is immensely proud of these exemplary websites! The sites are: Scot Scoop, Carlmont High School, Belmont, California The Wildcat, Brea Olinda High School, Brea, California […]