MICHIGAN INTERSCHOLASTIC PRESS ASSOCIATION
A better press for a better world
Programs and results
What we aim to solve
Our motto since our founding in 1921 has been "a better press for a better world." We believe that journalism activities at the middle and high school levels not only prepares youth for careers in the media, but helps them be better citizens as adults - regardless of their career. Yet, journalism teachers may lack training and/or support to provide the best experience for their students. We aim to support these teachers and student journalists so that they can produce top-quality work and be better prepared for the world.
Our programs
What are the organization's current programs, how do they measure success, and who do the programs serve?
Fall Conference
Join nearly 2,000 student journalists and media advisers from across the state to learn from top journalism educators and professional journalists. Pick from nearly 80 breakout sessions to help you hone your skills in writing, editing, photography, video, yearbook, design, social media and more!
Spring Conference
MIPA’s annual Spring Awards event is focused on awards — lots of awards! Most students will meet for the exciting awards presentation in the morning, while others will take part in the On-Site Contests.
Summer Workshop
MIPA's summer workshop annually attracts nearly 450 students for four days of intensive journalism education activities, with focus areas in newspaper, yearbook, visual and broadcast journalism.
MIPA Student Media Contests
MIPA has a variety of contests throughout the year to challenge students, reward outstanding work and to recognize those who make contributions to scholastic journalism in our state.
Where we work
External reviews

Financials
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Operations
The people, governance practices, and partners that make the organization tick.
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MICHIGAN INTERSCHOLASTIC PRESS ASSOCIATION
Board of directorsas of 02/25/2021
Kaitlin Edgerton
Grosse Pointe South High School
Term: 2020 - 2022
C.E. Sikkenga
Grand Haven High School
Pam Bunka
Fenton High School
Ava Butzu
Grand Blanc High School
Kaitlin Edgerton
Grosse Pointe South High School
Betsy van der Zee
Pioneer High School
Marilyn Hess
Plainwell High School
Elizabeth Cyr
Stockbridge High School
Cody Harrell
East Lansing High School
Randy Scott
Davison High School
Michael Kaufman
Frederick V. Pankow Center
Christina Hammitt
Sarah Ashman
Holt High School
Heather Caid
Lakeshore High School
Board leadership practices
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Board orientation and education
Does the board conduct a formal orientation for new board members and require all board members to sign a written agreement regarding their roles, responsibilities, and expectations? Yes -
CEO oversight
Has the board conducted a formal, written assessment of the chief executive within the past year ? No -
Ethics and transparency
Have the board and senior staff reviewed the conflict-of-interest policy and completed and signed disclosure statements in the past year? Yes -
Board composition
Does the board ensure an inclusive board member recruitment process that results in diversity of thought and leadership? Yes -
Board performance
Has the board conducted a formal, written self-assessment of its performance within the past three years? No