Otwell Middle School students Sophie Zepeda, McKenna Van Dorn, Izzy Aniszewski, and Vishnavi Tiwari dive into the complexities of self-identity and peer influence on a recent episode of DAWG TALK, exploring how friendships shape behavior, impact mental health, and influence who students become during the middle school years. Special thanks to Audio, Video, Broadcast, and Film teacher and Student Voices Collective mentor Dr. Greg Walkup.
Early insights from GPB’s Student Voices Collective reveal how collaborative student teams across Georgia are producing stories that showcase local challenges, student perspectives, and community life while fostering civic awareness, media literacy, and thoughtful journalism.
Hammond Creek Middle School student Harper Weeks speaks with teen athletes about how sports affect their mental health, from performance pressure to coping strategies that help them stay balanced. Special thanks to Broadcasting and Communications teacher and Student Voices Collective mentor, Jennifer Barmore.
