Permian HS Invitational

2025 — Odessa, TX/US

News Writing

Abbreviation NW
Format
Entry Fee $10.00
Entry Teams of between 1 and 5 competitors

Event Description:

(a) THE CONTEST.

(1) Purpose. News writing teaches students to read critically, to digest and prioritize information quickly and to write clearly, accurately and succinctly. Emphasis is placed on mechanical and stylistic precision, lead writing, use of direct and indirect quotes and news judgment.

(2) Format. The contest consists of a fact sheet from which participants develop an article.

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Location
Permian High School
Contacts
Michael Brian Flax Alec Watson
General Info
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Dates & Deadlines

 CST
Tournament Dates Feb 8 to Feb 8 2025
Registration Opens Thu Dec 12 at 11:00 AM
Registration Closes Thu Feb 6 at 11:00 AM
Fees Freeze After Fri Feb 7 at 10:00 PM
Judge Information Due Thu Feb 6 at 11:00 AM
Drop online until Fri Feb 7 at 5:00 PM
Change fees apply after Fri Feb 7 at 10:00 PM

These deadlines are set in Tabroom for technical purposes. Always consult the invitation or tournament notices for official policies about deadlines and procedures.