SIPA's Best Writing Contest

Review ( High School) Back

  • Place Name: First Place
    Contestant Name: James Bowie High School - The Dispatch
    Entry Title: Chromakopia makes way onto playlists
    Entry Credit: Eleanor Blue
    Judge Comment: By examining the cultural buzz surrounding the album and the artist’s previous work, the writer was able to support the pros and cons outlined in the review more fully. The context provided made me more engaged in learning how the writer interpreted the album.
  • Place Name: Second Place
    Contestant Name: Nation Ford High School - The Talon
    Entry Title: Centre Theatre Pi Pizza
    Entry Credit: Vaishno Thummala
    Judge Comment: The thoroughness of the review, highlighting the restaurant’s ambiance as well as select items, gives the reader a real sense of whether or not it’s a dining option that fits their needs.
  • Place Name: Third Place
    Contestant Name: Nation Ford High School - The Talon
    Entry Title: Swift's 'TTPD' offers relatable melancholy
    Entry Credit: Lilah Skovran, Rachel Studer
    Judge Comment: A balanced evaluation that acknowledges the pitfalls of the album. The commentary on the album’s bridges and the comparison of featured artists across the album was compelling.
  • Competition Comment: None