The students said it would have been impossible without the help of their teacher Katrina Berry-Ivy. The former WTVA anchor said it made her feel like a proud mom.
Tupelo High School s Katrina Berry-Ivy, right, grabs equipment for her students before they begin filming a segment Tuesday. Berry-Ivy was named Mississippi s 2021 Broadcast Adviser of the Year. She, along with her class of students who produce the WTHS news program, received 23 awards, including five first place awards.
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Tupelo students are getting the hands-on experience needed for the news industry.
Posted: Apr 5, 2021 4:51 PM
Updated: Apr 5, 2021 4:53 PM
Posted By: Alexis Jones
TUPELO, Miss. (WTVA) - Tupelo High School is preparing the next generation of broadcast journalists.
The school’s broadcasting class and WTHS, a student-produced news program, is helping students gain the skills needed before they can start reporting professionally.
THS students Riley Miller (left) and Aaliyah Cooper receiving hands-on expereince.
THS student Lucy Johnston behind the anchor desk.
THS students Riley Miller (sitting) and Ava Lacey.
Teacher, and former WTVA anchor, Katrina Berry-Ivy said students report, shoot, edit and produce weekly stories about events on campus and in the community.