For many Prosper ISD students, the first time they step in front of a camera isn't in high school, it's in elementary school, delivering the morning announcements to their peers.
Starting from the Beginning
Elementary students get their first taste of broadcast through a live morning show, learning the fundamentals of being on camera, like reading a script, speaking clearly, and telling a story to an audience. It's a small stage, but for many, it's the first spark of interest in media and communication.
That early interest carries into middle school, where students can choose from a range of courses in Arts and Audio/Visual Communication, including Video Production, Graphic Design, Yearbook, and Broadcast Journalism. These courses build a range of skills students need to succeed in a variety of careers in the industry, including interviewing, videography, photography, project management, and covering current events. Students also learn editing software to create impactful visual storytelling, then share their work with the student body through a TV broadcast.
Upon entering high school, the pathway builds on the foundational skills learned in middle school and becomes a full program that carries students toward real-world work. Students become proficient with industry-standard cameras, editing software, and studio facilities, and industry certifications are a cornerstone of future readiness. Certifications in tools like Adobe Photoshop, Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Illustrator give students marketable skills and credentials. By graduation, they have built a strong portfolio and the technical experience to go straight into a college program or a career in broadcast, film, or media production.
More Than Just a Camera
What students take away goes beyond just technical skill, though. Along the way, they build public speaking ability, teamwork, and storytelling, skills that carry into any path they choose, whether that's a future in media or something else entirely.
Whichever path they explore, Prosper ISD is committed to making sure every student graduates ready for what's next.
Contact:
Dabney Eiland
Curriculum Coordinator - CTE
dveiland@prosper-isd.net