Lights, Camera… Action!
Some Peoria Unified high school students are shining like stars! They were nominated for special awards called the Rocky Mountain Emmys — kind of like the Oscars, but for student filmmakers.
What’s the Rocky Mountain Emmy?
These awards are given to kids in the Southwest who make awesome movies, TV shows, and videos. With help from their amazing teachers, the students worked hard all year — writing scripts, filming scenes, and editing until their projects looked fantastic.
The PSBN Crew
They didn’t just learn in class. Many joined the Peoria Student Broadcasting Network (PSBN), where they get to:
- Film sports games
- Record theater performances
- Announce the morning news
- Even make real commercials!
It’s just like working at a real TV station — with professional cameras, lights, and editing tools.
Learning Skills for the Future
They’re not just having fun — they’re learning big-time skills! Many even earn a special certificate called the Adobe Certified Associate, which proves they know how to use the same tools the pros do.
Doing What They Love
Some of these students may grow up to make movies, report the news, or work in TV. But for now, they’re doing what they love — telling stories, being creative, and learning cool stuff along the way.
Your Turn!
What do you love to do? Maybe it’s drawing, playing an instrument, building things, or making funny videos. Try it out, keep learning, and most importantly — have fun! Who knows? One day you could be the one walking down the red carpet.
Photo left to right: Kharlo Ramirez Aleman, Justin Walls and Gabriel Rodriguez
