by The Log Staff
CCNN Live has once again cemented its legacy as a powerhouse in student journalism, making history as the first school ever to win three consecutive STN National Championships in the News Magazine category. This unprecedented achievement is a reflection of the dedication, talent and perseverance of CCNN’s students and advisors, who continue to push the boundaries of excellence in broadcast journalism. Their relentless pursuit of storytelling, technical mastery, and journalistic integrity has solidified our reputation as one of the top student broadcast programs in the nation.
The STN National Convention is one of the most competitive and prestigious events in student journalism, bringing together schools from across the country to compete in fast-paced, high-pressure challenges that test their ability to deliver professional-quality news and storytelling under tight deadlines. Winning the News Magazine category for three years in a row is an achievement that sets CCNN Live apart on the national stage.
In addition to this historic three-peat, CCNN Live students demonstrated their storytelling excellence by securing first place in the Nat Package category, further proving that our students are among the best in the country when it comes to crafting compelling and impactful stories.
This year, CCNN Live’s teams showcased their versatility, creativity, and technical expertise across multiple categories, earning top honors in nearly every individual contest they entered. Our students demonstrated an impressive range of skills, from in-depth reporting and analysis to creative storytelling and on-air presentation. Their success in such a broad range of categories highlights the depth of talent within our program and the dedication of our advisors in preparing them for the competition.
Our incredible teams brought home the following awards:
First Place – Nat Package
Second Place – Weather (all-sophomore team)
Second Place – Vertical Nat Package (all-freshman team)
Third Place – Commentary
Third Place – Sports Commentary
Third Place – News
Third Place – Tell the Story
Honorable Mentions – Tell the Story, Arts & Culture
Broadcast Excellence Awards:
CCNN Live (High School Daily Show)
The Voyage (High School News Magazine Show)
The Ship (Sports Show)
The Crusade (Social Media Show)
Outstanding Achievement Award:
The Navigator (High School Podcast)
Placing in every single contest entered is a remarkable accomplishment that speaks to the unwavering dedication, passion, and skill. From first-year students to experienced seniors, each member of the team played a crucial role in continuing the legacy of excellence that CCNN Live has built over the years.
This success would not be possible without the incredible support of the Columbus community–our teachers, mentors, and families who believe in the power of student journalism. Every late night spent editing, every early morning spent preparing, and every challenge faced along the way has led to this historic achievement.
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