Members and other individuals interested in supporting the goals and programs of JEA, NSPA and scholastic journalism are invited to submit proposals for breakout sessions at the Fall 2025 JEA/NSPA National High School Journalism Convention. This invitation is extended to teachers/advisers, professional journalists and students in editorial leadership positions.
The submission deadline for the Fall 2025 convention is Wednesday, Sept. 10.
Interested in submitting? We're excited to offer a NEW and improved proposal process. Please follow the below instructions to submit your session.
Step 1: Create a speaker account
- Go to nhsjc2025fall.dryfta.com and click "Create Speaker Account" OR go directly to nhsjc2025fall.dryfta.com/speaker-account.
- Fill out the form with your details and select "Create Account". You will then use this account to submit, view and edit your session proposal(s).
NOTE: Creating a speaker account does NOT mean you are registered for the convention. You will still need to register once the registration portal opens on Aug. 27. However, you can still submit session proposals in the meantime.
Step 2: Submit a session proposal application
- While logged into your account, go to the dropdown menu in the top, right-hand corner and click "My Submissions".
- Click the green "New Submission" button, which will take you to the session proposal application.
- Once the session is submitted, you can view the status or edit the session details via the "My Submissions" page.
- The system will notify you when your session is accepted and scheduled. Please allow 4-6 weeks after the Sept. 10 deadline for this process.
Want to submit a session with co-presenters or panelists?
Good news! The new system provides a streamlined, organized way to propose a session with others. Here's how it works:
- Before you submit a session, please have ALL presenters create their own speaker account, paying special attention to the "scheduling availability" section.
- Please designate one person in your speaking group to submit the session application using the instructions above.
- At the end of the form, under "Co-presenter details" please click the "Add Co-Author" button. Search for your co-presenter(s) by name or email to auto-populate the fields with the info they provided.
- If a co-presenter hasn't yet created their speaker account, you can instead manually input their information. The system will send them an email once you've submitted the application, which will invite them to finish setting up their account.
NOTE: It's fine if you need to put in placeholder information for your co-presenter, but PLEASE ensure they go in and update their profile with the correct information as soon as possible. This is especially crucial for the "scheduling availability" section as this helps the planning team schedule your session for a time slot that works for everyone in the speaking group.
Want to submit a session on behalf of another speaker or speaking group, but you yourself won't be presenting?
Our new system has an easy solution! Under "Co-presenter details" simply check the box labeled "Not an author yourself but submitting on behalf of author/s?" and then add the required details for the speaker(s). You will still need to create a speaker account for yourself, but by checking this box, the system will allow you to monitor and edit the session while ensuring your name isn't listed with the presenters in convention materials.
Want to edit your session, view the application status, or withdraw it from consideration?
While not previously possible, the new system DOES allow you to edit your session after it has been submitted. Simply visit the "My Submissions" page and select "Edit Submission". Don't forget to hit the "Update" button to ensure your changes are saved.
If you want your co-presenters to be able to edit the session too, make sure you select "Yes" under "Allow co-presenter(s) to edit session?" on the application.
You can also view the status of your application on the "My Submissions" page. The status is listed in the upper, right-hand corner of each session box.
If you are no longer able to attend the convention, or you are no longer able to present for any reason, please visit the "My Submissions" page and select the "Withdraw" button under each relevant session. The system will then ask you to provide a short reason for withdrawing.
Have more questions? Visit the Speaker FAQ page for more answers.
Ready to submit your session proposal? Click here to begin.
Visit the official convention website to learn more about NHSJC.