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Write on Sports Becomes First Draft Academy and Names Shannon M. Schmitt as Executive Director
First Draft Academy is the new parent organization name overseeing our suite of educational programs. Under this centralized structure, Write on Sports will continue to serve as our flagship initiative, advancing youth literacy through sports journalism. In addition, Write on Arts and The Media Lab will remain integral components of our programmatic opportunities, each contributing to our broader mission of empowering young people through the lens of journalism, which builds self-confidence, critical thinking, and literacy skills in middle school students. This transition reflects our commitment to strategic growth, operational clarity, and sustained impact across disciplines.
2025 Summer Camp Student Work
Hot off the press, read the Write on Sports and Write on Arts 2025 Summer Camp Magazines.
Write on Sports Workshop Seton Hall v Monmouth Basketball
On November 30, 2024, a group of Write on Sports students participated in a workshop at the Prudential Center (NJ) focused on the Division 1 Men’s College Basketball game between Seton Hall University and Monmouth University.
2024 Summer Camp Student Work
Read the Write on Sports and Write on Arts 2024 Summer Camp Magazines.
Write on Sports Bolsters Board with Leaders to Drive Growth and Close the Literacy Gap
New appointments align with strategic goals to strengthen operations, and scale programming across the United States.
Double-play for literacy: Write on Sports broadens its impact with arts-focused summer camp debuting in July 2024
New program champions literacy for middle school students from underserved communities through the powerful lens of arts and the tools of journalism.
2023 Summer Camp Student Work
Read the Write on Sports 2023 Summer Camp Magazines.
Write on Sports to Recognize Noteworthy Honorees at Upcoming Evening of Champions Event
Network Sportscasters, N.J. Educator and Student Will be Recognized for Their Support and Participation with the Nonprofit Organization August 18, 2023 Jersey City, N.J. –
Write on Sports in the News on TAPinto.net
The Write on Sports Alumni Panel Event at Montclair State University has been featured in the news on TAPinto.net West Orange.