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DescriptionThis resource is your complete guide to creating a weekly news broadcast in your school. **This resource is the bundle to make your news crew start-up as easy as can be. However, I have each document separate for purchase too if you don't need everything included. The how to guide, application, the applicant presentation, the in-person audition script, acceptance and rejection letters, the news crew contract, the weekly script, and interview survey questions are available to p

DescriptionThis guide includes instructions on creating a weekly, student-led school news show. I used my own experience to create a resource to help you start a school news broadcast from scratch. I use this with 8th-grade students in our 6 - 8th grade middle school but it could be used in high school as well. **This resource is just the how-to guide, everything I have done/learned/changed in my 6 years of hosting the news crew at our school. It has all the information you could use to start o

DescriptionThis presentation is used weekly as our script. It is fully editable and organized by student jobs. We copy and edit this week after week. It will give you an idea of the weekly script what each position reads week after week. I also offer a bundle that has every single one of the documents needed to start a news crew in your school. **This resource is just the script we use week after week. However, I have a start-up guide available for purchase too. The how to guide, application,

✨ Unlock the secrets of the Rubik’s Cube with this step-by-step student-friendly guide! ✨ Objective: Students will learn the fundamentals of the Rubik’s Cube, build problem-solving confidence, and master an 8-step method to solve the cube. This resource is designed to make the Rubik’s Cube approachable and fun while strengthening critical thinking and persistence. Big Idea: The Rubik’s Cube isn’t just a puzzle—it’s a hands-on way to practice logic, algorithms, and perseverance. With this structu

Description Are you looking for a STEM design project that your students will love to do? Pinball machines are arcade games that have been popular for decades, known for their unique combination of skill, strategy, and chance. The science behind pinball machines involves converging various scientific principles and technological advancements. Pinball machines rely on springs, gears, and levers. The physics of ball movement on the playfield is a crucial aspect. Understanding factors like gravity,

DescriptionThis is the application given to and used by 8th grade middle school students who are applying to be a part of our highly successful Weekly School News Crew. It could easily be used for other grade levels as well. Included with this document are the requirements to apply for the news crew, the application itself, a description of the jobs, the rubrics of how each step will be evaluated, and the teacher recommendation forms. I also offer a bundle that has every single one of the doc

✨ Introduce your students to the Engineering Design Process with the Durable Shoe Challenge! ✨ Objective: Students will apply the Engineering Design Process to design, build, test, and improve a wearable shoe made from classroom-approved materials. Shoes will be scored on durability, complexity, and alignment with EDP steps. Big Idea: Real-world engineers design products to solve everyday problems. Shoes must be functional, comfortable, and durable—just like the ones your students will cre

Cardboard Boat STEM Challenge – Editable Project for Middle & High SchoolLooking for a hands-on, high-engagement STEM project that your students will never forget? This Cardboard Boat STEM Challenge is the perfect end-of-year or unit wrap-up activity that combines engineering design, teamwork, problem-solving, and a whole lot of fun! What’s Included in This Download: Teacher instructions and project overview Student design brief and challenge guidelines Brainstorming and planning sheets

Make learning algorithms fun (and delicious)! This engaging activity introduces students to the importance of precision and detail in programming by walking them through the steps of writing an algorithm for making a peanut butter and jelly sandwich. What’s Included:Presentation – introduces the concept of algorithms in a simple, student-friendly way. Student Handout – guides students as they write their own step-by-step sandwich-making instructions. How It Works: Students write their own algor

DescriptionA list of 245 questions that our school news uses for interviews throughout our school for our news broadcast. Also attached are screenshots of our Google Forms Surveys we send out to students and staff to help our news broadcast run smoothly. You could use them to recreate for your school. I also offer a bundle that has every single one of the documents needed to start a news crew in your school. **This resource is just the script we use week after week. However, I have a start-up gu

DescriptionThe presentation is only needed if you are following the exact application process with my other resources. This is the script that students read from during the final step of the application process, the in-person auditions, and the acceptance script. Also included, are the acceptance and rejection letters for all applicants and the contract my students sign. This presentation is used with the best 15 applicants and is the final step of the audition process. The entire process is use

DescriptionThis is the presentation that is used for all students interested in auditioning for our student-led school-wide news crew. This presentation includes the criteria for each applicant, the application process, examples of student-created audition videos, the timeline for dates, and more. It will be fully editable to be able to make your own. This is a done-for-you resource that you could pull up, change the names and dates, and use it today. I also offer a bundle that has every sing

DescriptionA step-by-step guide for teachers to set up a fun, interactive escape room experience for middle and high school students. This is a glow escape room and kids go crazy for it! The plan includes clues, puzzles, materials needed, setup instructions, and Amazon links for easy shopping. Guide Contents:Setup/Equipment: I do want to note that I have a Breakout Edu Kit that I use for all of my escape rooms but in my amazon list I added many of the locks that I have in my breakout edu kit.

Editable Staff Voice Survey OverviewLooking for an effective way to gather honest feedback from your school staff? This Editable Staff Voice Survey is designed to give school leaders a comprehensive understanding of staff satisfaction, strengths, and areas for growth. With a combination of multiple-choice questions and open-ended prompts, this survey encourages candid responses while keeping the process simple and efficient. It includes 7 different sections asking questions concerning general s

Description: This free resource gives you ideas to consider when deciding to start a weekly, middle school student-made school news show. Follow my tpt store, teach makes more, for even more details and every single product I use to run a very successful news crew in my middle school.