Baldwin High School Earns Recognition at Adelphi University’s Quill Awards
Students from Baldwin High School's News, Media and Film Academy recently achieved significant recognition at Adelphi University’s annual Press Day, earning accolades at the esteemed Quill Awards.
This was the first year that Baldwin students participated in the annual high school news event, which convenes high school journalists from across Long Island and New York City for an enriching day dedicated to learning, collaboration, and competition at Adelphi University’s Ruth S. Harley University Center. The program encompassed workshops, panel discussions, and a keynote address by media professionals, providing students with valuable insights into careers in journalism, digital media, and storytelling. The special experience is part of the “Annual High School Special Event Series” hosted by Adelphi.
A key aspect of this year's agenda was the exploration of AI in journalism, emphasizing both its potential and the ethical challenges it presents in contemporary media.
The day concluded with the Quill Awards ceremony, celebrating exceptional student journalism in 11 categories such as Best News Article, Best Feature Article, Best Opinion Piece, Best Visual, Best Layout, Best News Video, and Most Outstanding Newspaper.
Baldwin High School experienced a noteworthy achievement as students not only engaged in the day’s activities but also received an award for their creative efforts. Baldwin secured second place in the “Best Visual (Photograph or Artwork)” category for the graphic novel The Death of 67, crafted by student Audrey Findlay for the school newspaper, The Golden Wave. Teachers Michele Liemer-Kelley and Deirdre McManus, co-advisers of the publication, expressed their pride in this accomplishment.
Findlay’s award-winning work distinguished itself among entries from regional schools. Submissions were required to be original student creations completed within the specified eligibility period and adhered to Adelphi’s competition guidelines.
“Baldwin’s success was a collaborative endeavor,” stated Dr. Gabriella Franza, assistant director for instructional programs. “Congratulations to the Golden Wave students for their dedication to student journalism, and to faculty advisors Deirdre McManus and Michele Liemer-Kelley for their support and guidance. This recognition underscores the growing influence of our district’s young journalists and filmmakers.”
To view Audrey Findlay’s award-winning piece, The Death of 67, visit: https://goldenwave.baldwinschools.org/1246/features/the-death-of-67/