Lion Ledger Newspaper Joins Press Assoc.

by: LLS • January 29, 2010 

The Lion Ledger, the online student newspaper of St. Leo the Great, is now a member of the National Elementary Schools Press Association (NESPA)– an organization of elementary and middle schools around the nation which run student newspapers.

One of NESPA’s goals is a commitment to improve the writing skills of students in elementary and middle school. Real-life writing experience in student publications — from class newsletters to school newspapers — is encouraged as studies show that students’ writing improves when they write regularly for an audience.

“I am pleased to welcome The Lion Ledger as the newest member of NESPA. I wish you well as you continue to publish your fine newspaper,” said NESPA executive director Mark Levin. “It’s wonderful that you publish online which gives the whole world a chance to see what you are doing at St. Leo the Great.”

St. Leo’s newspaper is currently in its second year in print and is found only on the web.

from Staff Reports
News Team / THE LION LEDGER