Journalism and Photography Break Records

Brazoswood Journalism and Photography Break Records: 37 Awards in TAJE Best in Texas Contest
Posted on 01/23/2025
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Brazoswood High School’s yearbook, journalism, and photography students and staff have achieved an extraordinary milestone, earning 37 individual and staff awards at the prestigious Texas Association of Journalism Educators (TAJE) Best in Texas Contest. This record-breaking achievement marks a new record for the program and is a testament to the talent, dedication, and creativity of the Brazoswood teachers and team.

Among the 37 winning awards, 13 individual students were recognized for their outstanding work, contributing to the program's impressive success. The collective awards showcase a wide range of skills in storytelling, photography, design, and journalistic excellence.

"We always strive to create a product that not only we can be proud of, but that students will enjoy reading for years to come," said Journalism Teacher Lela Siegel. "Achieving 37 awards and breaking our program record is a testament to my student’s and staff’s dedication to achieving that goal."

The TAJE Best in Texas Contest is one of the most competitive in the state, drawing entries from top journalism programs. Brazoswood’s success is a reflection of the program’s commitment to fostering creativity and excellence.

“This incredible accomplishment speaks volumes about the talent and work ethic of our students and staff,” added Brazoswood Principal Dr. Jarrett Johnson. “Their dedication continues to raise the standard for excellence, and we cannot wait to see what they achieve next.”

Please join us in congratulating the following students and staff on this exceptional accomplishment!

Aiden Long

Caption Writing

Honorable Mention

Autumn Garza

Sports Action Photo

Honorable Mention

Autumn Garza

Sports Action Photo

Excellent

Ava Garza

Student Life Spread

Honorable Mention

Ava Garza

Student Life Spread

Honorable Mention

Ava Larson

Sports Spread

Honorable Mention

Ava Larson

Caption Writing

Honorable Mention

Carissa Morton

Caption Writing

Honorable Mention

Cooper Blachford

Alternative Copy

Excellent

Emma Meservy

Sports Spread

Excellent

Hailey Watson

Sports Spread

Excellent

Haliey Watson

Sports Spread

Honorable Mention

Harper Nichols

Organizations Photo

Superior

Harper Nichols

Student Life Photo

Honorable Mention

Harper Nichols

Organizations Photo

Honorable Mention

Harper Nichols

Organizations Photo

Honorable Mention

Harper Nichols

Story Portfolio

Honorable Mention

Harper Nichols

Caption Writing

Honorable Mention

Harper Nichols

Caption Writing

Honorable Mention

Harper Nichols

Caption Writing

Honorable Mention

Harper Nichols

Academics Story

Honorable Mention

Harper Nichols

Organizations Story

Honorable Mention

Harper Nichols

Organizations Spread

Excellent

Harper Nichols

Organizations Photo

Excellent

Harper Nichols

Organizations Photo

Excellent

Harper Nichols

Organizations Story

Excellent

Hunter Nelson

Academics Photo

Superior

Kate Morris

Opening Spread

Honorable Mention

Kate Morris

Sports Spread

Excellent

Kate Morris

Sports Spread

Excellent

Kylie Gonzalez

Student Life Spread

Honorable Mention

Sophia Corona

Academics Photo

Honorable Mention

Sophia Corona

Academics Photo

Excellent

Staff

People Spread

Superior

Staff

People Spread

Honorable Mention

Staff

People Spread

Excellent

Trevian Russell

Sports Spread

Excellent

 







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