Journalism
Welcome to the E.V.H.S. U.I.L. Journalism Events Home Page!
UIL sponsors five journalism contests - News Writing (45 minutes), Feature Writing (60 minutes), Editorial Writing (45 minutes), Headline Writing (30 minutes) and Copy Editing (15 minutes). Students compete at the district level, and then the top three places advance to regionals. From regionals, the top three places advance to state competition. The UIL journalism program has seen increased participation in recent years. Many contests winners have gone on to excel as professional journalists.
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Attendance at practices is not required, but is encouraged. Our U.I.L. competitors are also encouraged to attend invitational meets once a month, starting in November. Invitational meets are held on Saturday mornings at various high schools in the area. They provide students with the opportunity to compete against students from other schools, practice their skills, and win awards. Students attending U.I.L. meets ride on a school bus from E.V.H.S. to the site of the meet, and return on the bus later in the day. Students are encouraged to bring practice materials, homework, books, games, etc. to keep them busy between their events. Students should also pack a lunch or bring money for the concession stand. The district U.I.L. meet is held in March. Students who do well at the district meet advance to regionals, and from there can advance to the state meet. Scholarships are awarded to students who win at the state level. If you are interested in competing, or would like more information, contact Ms. Nichols.
Contact information
- Holly Nichols
- Room A5
- nicholash@georgetownisd.org
- (512) 943- 1800 ext. 8218