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First Generation Edition | 2012

June - December 2012This first group of student reporters exceeded our expections!Students from Broome and Tompkins counties tackled a variety of topics that were important to them, including vandalism, public safety, sexuality, rising college costs, and domestic violence.  The great diversity in topics is representative of each students' individuality and the value behind their perspectives. Student Reporters:Izzy-z" The College Cost of Pizza" Grade 12 Endicott, NY Favorite Superhero: Spawn Favorite Food: Pizza Reporter Profile: " On the Move" Izzy-z talks about his childhood experiences moving around the country. Lia Scott"Domestic Violence in Teenage Lives" Grade 10 Endicott, NY Evertech High School Favorite Activity:  Singing Reporter Profile: " Stay Strong" Lia Scott speaks about her experiences being bullied and its lasting impact.  JMAXX35"Ithaca Gorges: To Jump or Not to Jump" Grade 11 Ithaca, NY Favorite Car: Bugatti Veyron Turbo Favorite Activity: Snowboarding Reporter Profile: " The Drive" JMAXX35 shares his thoughts from a near-death experience. P@cM@N"Vandalizing the Graffiti Art" Grade 9 Ithaca, NY Favorite Color: Blue Favorite Sneaker: Can’t decide- There are so many! Reporter Profile: " Trading" P@C M@N shares a lesson he learned as a middle school student. QIx5"Sexuality & Social Media" Grade 12 Endicott, NY Favorite Activity: Skating Favorite Music: Hip-Hop Reporter Profile: " My Friends" QIx5 shares how supportive friends help him to face challenges and succeed. Mike&Ike Grade 12 Ithaca, NY New Roots Charter School Favorite Food: Beef Patty Favorite Activity:  Hanging out with friends Reporter Profile: " They Ran Faster"  Mike&Ike shares a personal story of encountering racism as a young child. ______________________________________________________________________Recognition of Excellence to Lia Scott for her commitment and outstanding work in the Youth Voice program!Lia Scott's first audio story caught national attention and is now featured on PBS Newshour Extra!  Congrats, Lia!______________________________________________________________________Community Conversation: Youth Voice SpecialOne-Hour Special on WSKG RadioWSKG Radio listeners heard directly from four student reporters.Following each story, WSKG's Crystal Sarakas interviewed each student to find out what inspired these teens to produce their story and what they learned along the way -- About themselves and about our community.