September – October 1999 Issue

Oscar describes how to find teen organizations.

In the wake of school violence, the media made all teens look disturbed, depressed and evil, but when adults do something wrong, it’s an isolated incident

I am a disabled teen. I had a brain bleed, and I was born premature. As a result, I have

A lesson plan to go with: “The media reflects complicated teen realities” by Michelle Goodman; “The media distorts teens,” by Gohar Galyan; “Adults commit more crimes than teens,” by Sarah Gustafson.

published September-October 1999.

Anchor Maureen O’Boyle describes how to make it in the competitive world of broadcast journalism.

Essay contest with letters to parents.

Tips for young journalists.

Readers share their thoughts on stories.

Clothing should express who you are, not some company’s label

Manage your time better by reading about Ambar’s struggle, taking a quiz and learning some tips.