mrs. corbett, CJE

What I teach:

- Intro to Broadcasting (Freshman)

- Photojournalism (Sophomore)

- Advertising/Public Relations (Senior)

- Yearbook (Internship available to Juniors and Seniors)

- Podcasting (Internship available to Juniors and Seniors)

What does my class entail:

I teach the many aspects of journalism. The classes cover media law & ethics, broadcasting, photojournalism, and print journalism. The goal of the classes is for students to have a strong background and well-rounded experience in scholastic journalism.

For Incoming Parents About my class or classes:

Introduction to Broadcasting - Introduction to Broadcasting is a year long course where students will focus on learning the ancient art of oral storytelling combined with the 21st century skills of using technology based platforms and understand the production of student productions. Students will learn how to choose a topic based on audience interest, prepare and execute community interviews, research, write, and produce a podcast using learned knowledge of law and ethics, technology, research, and English skills.

Photojournalism - Photojournalism is a course that will focus on the skills, law and ethics, history, and storytelling process of photojournalism. Students will use digital cameras, conduct interviews, use the caption writing process, and storytelling skills. Students will develop skills in photography and writing to tell complete visual stories accompanied by the written word.

Yearbook - Students learn how to manage a full-scale, full-budget production class that involves brainstorming, creating, editing, enhancing, advertising, selling, and distributing our very own Indian Trail High School & Academy Blaze yearbook. Students develop skills in interviewing, writing for publication and AP style, photojournalism, design and layout, social media, marketing and advertising and how to work in a collaborative environment. Yearbook is a student led class responsible for our award winning and engaging Blaze yearbook.

Podcasting- Students learn how to manage a full-scale, full-budget production class that involves brainstorming, creating, editing, enhancing, advertising, selling, and distributing our very own Indian Trail High School & Academy Hawk Talk Productions podcast network. Students develop skills in interviewing, writing for publication and AP style, recording, editing, social media, marketing and advertising and how to work in a collaborative environment. Podcast is a student-led class.

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Where I went to School:

UW Parkside - Bachelor in English

Carthage College - Masters in Education with a concentration in Teacher Leadership Kent State University - Masters in Journalism with a concentration in Journalism Education]

Why did I choose my career:

I started subbing after graduating from college while I was looking for jobs. I had no intention of being of teacher, but I fell in love with it. I knew it was what I wanted to do and I quickly got my teaching certification.

What I get out of teaching my certain subject:

I started teaching yearbook 10 years ago and fell down the journalism rabbit hole. I have become very involved in the scholastic journalism community and serve on the board of directors for the Kettle Moraine Press Association> I strongly believe in student voice. Our students have a story to tell and no one can tell it the way they can. I believe in their First Amendment rights and teaching them how to be responsible journalists.

My favorite thing about teaching:

My favorite thing about teaching is working with my students and seeing the amazing these they accomplish every year. After 21 years in the classroom, I am still amazed by them and love coming to work.

What I do outside of school:

Outside of school I enjoy traveling and reading. I also spend a lot of time listening to podcasts and playing with my white lab, Callie.