{"id":2455942,"date":"2020-03-18T05:00:00","date_gmt":"2020-03-18T11:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.aspentimes.com\/?p=322826"},"modified":"2020-03-18T05:00:00","modified_gmt":"2020-03-18T11:00:00","slug":"village-voices-check-out-the-new-series-featuring-skier-scribblers-and-their-thoughts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/alwaysmountaintime.com\/kspn\/local-news\/village-voices-check-out-the-new-series-featuring-skier-scribblers-and-their-thoughts\/","title":{"rendered":"Village Voices: Check out the new series featuring Skier Scribblers and their thoughts"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Katelyn O’Callaghan, news editor of the Skier Scribbler.<\/strong>
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When one thinks of journalism, an image of students cramped around a table brainstorming ideas, mulling over sources and chasing leads probably doesn\u2019t come to mind.<\/p>\n

However, that is precisely what happens every day at the Aspen High School student newspaper, the Skier Scribbler. We are the eyes and ears of AHS and take that responsibility seriously, aiming to cover newsworthy events and provide students\u2019 perspectives on world issues.<\/p>\n

Established in 2010, the Skier Scribbler serves as a public forum for student expression. Despite preconceived notions some adults may have about younger generations, we strive to write articles of value and substance. From exposing corrupt corporations to endorsing political candidates, the Skier Scribbler is full of fresh perspectives on a wide variety of topics.<\/p>\n

Our team is made up of 35 students who are 15 to 18 years old. Each contributes unique insight into what\u2019s happening around the world and in our community. We have been given this incredible opportunity to expand our outreach to Snowmass through the Snowmass Sun. In this column, we plan to provide the community with teen perspectives on relevant issues by expressing our thoughts and opinions.<\/p>\n

At the Scribbler, we value giving students a voice. Having a voice allows individuals agency and power. But many adults fail to understand the importance of giving youth a voice. We are often left out of conversations that will directly impact us.<\/p>\n

Why should we sit back and let government officials, who care more about funding and their political agendas than the well being of the masses, determine our futures? Why should we only allow the people who are not going to be a part of the future shape it? Injustice and corruption are rife in our society. The world seems to be on the brink of some colossal catastrophe every other week, but the issues plaguing our society aren\u2019t out of reach, and young people are ready to make a change.<\/p>\n

AHS sophomore and staff writer for the Skier Scribbler, Jenny Ellis, believes that the youth perspective is often undervalued but that journalism provides an outlet.<\/p>\n

\u201cMost official outreaches or important conversations are from adults, so it leaves out the perspective of half of the population. I think it is important to get the other side of things,\u201d Ellis said.<\/p>\n

\u201cJournalism, to me, means being able to voice my opinions professionally, and feel validated with my opinions rather than just explaining them and being dismissed.\u201d<\/p>\n

Hannah Smith, another staff writer for the Scribbler, thinks student expression should be included in journalism.<\/p>\n

\u201cI think it\u2019s imperative to have students\u2019 voices in media because we have an entirely different perspective than adults do,\u201d Smith said. \u201cWe are in a different generation and going through different things. So with us working in the media, it\u2019s beneficial because we can show adults what\u2019s actually going on in our lives. Most of the time, they make assumptions.\u201d<\/p>\n

AHS junior Emily Kinney, a news editor for the Scribbler, advocates for teen voices and perspectives to be included in deciding the future.<\/p>\n

\u201cI believe having a student perspective and voice is critical to running a cohesive society. We are the voices of the future, and it benefits all of us when this youthful and progressive voice is heard,\u201d Kinney said. \u201cGiving people access to the thoughts of students allows for generational gaps to be closed, creating an environment where all voices are heard and respected.\u201d<\/p>\n

As student journalists, we are ready to use the power of our voices to help make an impact.<\/p>\n

Katelyn O\u2019Callaghan is a junior at Aspen High School and the news editor for the Skier Scribbler. This is her second year writing for the student newspaper. In her free time, she enjoys reading, hanging out with friends and writing.<\/p>\n

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