Multimedia timeline: a full semester in review
(DEARBORN, MICH.) Apr. 23, 2025 – Edited Apr. 23, 2025 at 1:18am Journalism will always be an ever-changing machine that necessitates writers to constantly re-learn the game; it’s never for the faint of heart. Learning how to roll with the times this semester in JuMP 331 Multimedia Journalism has been nothing short of a privilege, […]
Read MoreFlipping the Script: This Class Made Me See Myself Differently
I came into this class thinking it would be a light ride, write a few blogs, turn in some articles, and move on. What I didn’t expect was how much this course would challenge me, not just as a student, but as a communicator and critical thinker. There were days when I was stuck for […]
Read MoreWayne-Westland Third-Grade M-STEP Test Results
Third-grade students at Wayne-Westland school district have had a dramatic drop in test scores in recent years. The data from each school shows a dramatic drop in test scores during the 2020-21 school year. P.D. Graham School seems to be the only elementary school in the district that was able to return their test scores […]
Read MoreWayne-Westland adopts new assessment program amid poor elementary math scores
Wayne-Westland Community Schools has increased their streak to 8 years performing below the state average in elementary math scores as a district, scoring 22.3 percent below Michigan’s state average during the 2023-2024 school year. Since 2015, schools at Wayne-Westland have unanimously sat behind the statewide average for 3rd grade M-STEP scores. Schools like Taft-Galloway and […]
Read More“Falling Behind at the Start: Third-Grade Math in Wayne-Westland Tells a Troubling Story”
Over the past five school years, third-grade students in the Wayne-Westland Community School District have shown a clear and steady decline in math proficiency. According to MSTEP data, in 2014–15, about 35.1% of third-graders in the district passed the math portion of the statewide test. By 2018–19, that number had dropped to just 28.5%. This […]
Read MoreHow Are Third Graders in Wayne-Westland Doing in Math? Here’s a 10-Year Look!
When it comes to student achievement, data can tell a powerful story. In Michigan, one of the key tools for measuring how students are doing is the M-STEP, administered each spring. For third graders, the math portion of the M-STEP is an early indicator of how well foundational concepts are being taught and absorbed in […]
Read MoreWayne Memorial High School: Social Media That Actually Speaks
Let’s be real, most school social media pages are either dead or super boring. So when I started scrolling through the different Wayne Memorial High School accounts, I didn’t expect much. But I was pleasantly surprised. They’re not viral or flashy, but they’re doing a lot right, and it feels like they’re making a genuine […]
Read MoreHow Wayne-Westland uses social media to reach younger audiences
In recent years, social media has become an easy and interactive way for Wayne-Westland Community School District to stay connected with students and their families. Operating on platforms such as Facebook, X, YouTube, Instagram and TikTok, the district and their students’ families have never been so connected. View this post on Instagram A post shared […]
Read MoreA+ for Engagement: How Farmington Public Schools Uses Social Media
A recent Instagram post from Farmington Public Schools promotes “Super Saturdays,” a free tutoring program available to students in grades 1–12. The flyer includes session dates and location details, along with subjects offered like math, reading/writing comprehension, and vocabulary. The event is organized in partnership with the Farmington African American Parent Network. By using Instagram […]
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Wayne-Westland’s Social Media Presence
The school district of Wayne-Westland has five social media accounts linked on their home site. Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, and X (formerly known as twitter). The YouTube Chanel posts recordings of meetings and workshops that have been held by the school. For updates on important events, like games, job fairs, or the spelling bee, dates […]
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