Paul Duke STEM students Autumn Carey, Carlos Contreras, Natalie Diaz, Ryann Coyne, and Toma Landgrebe examine the rollout of Evolv weapon detection systems, exploring how new safety measures shape daily school experiences and spark conversation among students and faculty. Special thanks to Video and Film Teacher and Student Voices Collective mentor, Brooke Skelton.
Arabia Mountain High School students Jorani Thomas, Angelina Eam, Rayah Hudson, and Daniyah Davis explore what school spirit really means, examining how pride, participation, and community shape student and teacher experiences beyond school merchandise and events. Special thanks to Audio, Video, and Film Teacher and Student Voices Collective mentor, Robert Calloway.
Richmond County Technical Career Magnet School student Elijah Landrum reports on College Night, where hundreds of colleges across the country helped CSRA students explore opportunities and plan their next steps after high school. Special thanks to Audio, Video, Technology, and Film Teacher and Student Voices Collective mentor, Brianna Goodwin.
Richmond County Technical Career Magnet School student Timothy Carter spotlights the dedication, teamwork, and behind-the-scenes grit that define RCTCM’s cross-country team. Special thanks to Audio, Video, Technology, and Film Teacher and Student Voices Collective mentor, Brianna Goodwin.
Richmond County Technical Career Magnet School student Jacoby Ohlinger gathers perspectives from classmates on whether metal detectors make schools safer or create new challenges for students. Special thanks to Audio, Video, Technology, and Film Teacher and Student Voices Collective mentor, Brianna Goodwin.
Richmond County Technical Career Magnet School student Amyia Gary interviews teens about the pressures of beauty culture, social media influence, and overconsumption. Special thanks to Audio, Video, Technology, and Film Teacher and Student Voices Collective mentor, Brianna Goodwin.
East Paulding High School senior Xitlali Ramirez Hernandez interviews teens and adults from different backgrounds about Hispanic Heritage Month. Special thanks to Audio, Video, Technology, and Film Teacher and Student Voices Collective mentor, Joseph Fouts.
Hammond Creek Middle School student Kami Harrison interviews fellow students to find out how they feel about the new cellphone ban in Georgia schools affecting students from kindergarten to eighth grade. Special thanks to their Broadcasting and Communications teacher and Student Voices Collective mentor, Jennifer Barmore.
Rockdale Career Academy student Rayne James goes behind the scenes with Heritage High School's chorus to gain insight into their event lineup for the school year and the choral officers who help make everything happen. Special thanks to AVTF, Production & Broadcast Journalism teacher, and Student Voices Collective mentor, Barbara Mitchell.
Arabia Mountain High School students Jayden Fraser and Zion Wilkinson examine DeKalb County Schools' new cellphone ban and the divide between teachers and students about its impact on learning. Special thanks to Audio, Video, and Film Teacher and Student Voices Collective mentor, Robert Calloway.
East Paulding High School student Brandon Johnson asks students and teachers about their views on cellphone bans in Georgia public schools. Special thanks to Audio, Video, Technology, and Film Teacher and Student Voices Collective mentor, Joseph Fouts.
GPB’s Student Voices Collective enters its second year with new momentum, uniting educators and students across Georgia to amplify youth storytelling, media literacy, and civic engagement. Learn how the 2025–26 cohort kicked off their journey at GPB headquarters and what’s ahead for this growing statewide initiative.
Georgia Public Broadcasting’s Student Voices Collective empowers students across the state to explore journalism, media literacy, and civic storytelling. In its first year, the program has sparked powerful student-led projects on leadership, identity, voting, and more.
Innovation meets inspiration in the exciting new digital series, "Tiny Mic, Big Designs," hosted by the dynamic Ashley Mengwasser. Launching July 9th and releasing new episodes every #TinyMicTuesday, this series promises to shine a spotlight on the incredible creativity and ingenuity of student inventors participating in Georgia Tech's K-12 InVenture Prize.
Discover how Georgia Public Broadcasting (GPB) and PBS News Hour Student Reporting Labs are empowering the next generation of storytellers through the Student Voices Collective. From a diverse inaugural workshop to ongoing media literacy and civic engagement initiatives, educators and students alike are equipping themselves with the skills to navigate today's media landscape and amplify youth voices on critical issues. Join us in anticipating the impactful stories that will emerge from this collaboration at GPB.org/SVC.
Introducing the GPB Student Voices Collective, an innovative partnership with Georgia Public Broadcasting and PBS NewsHour Student Reporting Labs. Join us for a transformative journey empowering secondary educators to amplify student voices, enhance media literacy, and explore crucial topics, including the upcoming election. Enrich your classroom experience and help shape the future of civic engagement today!
