Boitshoko High School Gears Up for Newspaper Launch with Training from The Go-To Guy
- Tshepiso Mogorosi
- Jul 1
- 2 min read
A group of passionate learners from Boitshoko High School recently took their first steps toward launching a school newspaper and magazine, following an engaging and insightful media training session hosted at The Go-To Guy headquarters.
The initiative, still in its early stages, is set to mark a historic milestone for the school, empowering students with a voice and platform to tell their stories, share their opinions, and highlight issues that matter most to them and their community.
Building Skills Before the Launch
The training workshop was designed to introduce students to the core principles of journalism, storytelling, editing, photography, and magazine production. The learners, who are set to form the first editorial team, were immersed in both practical exercises and conceptual discussions on how to shape and manage a publication from the ground up.
Facilitated by The Go-To Guy team, the session focused on real-world skills, including how to develop article ideas, conduct interviews, write compelling stories, and use layout software to design pages.
About Boitshoko High School
Boitshoko High School, nestled in the heart of Ikageng, is known for its commitment to academic and social development. Established during South Africa’s post-apartheid years, the school has played a vital role in nurturing young minds in a township environment where education is often a beacon of hope.
With a proud history of resilience and community support, Boitshoko continues to innovate in how it educates and engages its students. The upcoming newspaper and magazine project is a natural extension of the school’s values, encouraging learners to think critically, act responsibly, and participate in the storytelling of their own lives and neighborhoods.
A Vision for Expression and Leadership
The upcoming student publication is envisioned as a quarterly release featuring news, creative writing, student life stories, interviews with local figures, and topical commentary. Beyond honing literacy and communication skills, the project aims to develop leadership, teamwork, and a deeper sense of identity among learners.
The Go-To Guy team will continue mentoring the learners in the lead-up to the official launch, helping them fine-tune their editorial vision and production workflow.
As the students return to Boitshoko with notebooks full of ideas and new skills under their belts, the excitement is palpable. The school magazine may not have launched yet, but its foundation has been firmly laid.
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