Esther Wojcicki - Empowering Students

The teacher at Palo Alto High School uses journalism to empower students, focusing on independent thinking rather than creating journalists. The program encourages interaction and creativity, moving away from traditional classroom setups. Students learn various journalism styles and gain entrepreneurial skills through self-supporting publications. The program has grown significantly, becoming the largest scholastic media program in the U.S. The teacher emphasizes trust, respect, independence, collaboration, and kindness, aiming to empower both students and teachers.

Why do students initially struggle with finding topics for their stories?

What does the teacher believe is important for students to express?

What are the five important elements discussed in the teacher's book?