What does JEA mean to you?
The Journalism Education Association’s National High School Journalism Convention was held Nov. 2-5 in Boston, bringing together professionals, educators, and students with a passion for reporting.
Presenters and attendees at the JEA National High School Journalism Convention share what the conference means to them. (Title screen made using Envato and images by Emily Ziajor; “Big City Life” sound effect by Loki via WeVideo)
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About the Contributors
Dhanveer Gill, Managing Editor
Dhanveer Gill is a senior at WCCHS and this is his second year on the Wildcat Chronicle. Dhanveer is a dedicated Math Team member, NHS member, and senior engineer of WeGo’s Robotics Team. Outside of school, he loves to be in the gym, go on long (and he means very long) bicycle rides, listen to music, and write. In the future, Dhanveer wants to pursue computer engineering and minor in journalism.
Miley Pegg, Managing Editor
Miley Pegg is onto her final year on the Chronicle. The last four years she has grown as a writer, expanding from Taylor Swift reviews to sports writing. Her time as a Wildcat has been nothing but wild; serving as many different roles and positions on the Chronicle, writing, photographing sports, managing social media, but she is ready to take the next step. Her future will consist of studying Sports Management and Exercise Science at Judson University.
Outside of Journalism, she spends her time listening to music, like Noah Kahan, Lizzy McAlpine, and The Lumineers. While listening to music, she runs on the track team as the designated 400 meter runner and only pole vaulter.
Find her listening to “You’re Gonna Go Far” by Noah Kahan all of her senior year.
Emily Ziajor, Multimedia Manager
Emily Ziajor is a WEGO senior in her second year of journalism. She attended the National High School Journalism Convention last November, and thoroughly loved the experience. She is a Polish-American (she finished her final year of Polish School in the spring of 2023) with a creative soul and high aspirations. When it comes to writing, she has a sharp imagination, and one of her true passions is photography. Emily is a multi-year member of the AV Club at West Chicago Community High School.