Jericho High School Student Reporters Sweep Adelphi Quill Awards

The JerEcho team takes home first place in multiple categories at prestigious Long Island journalism competition.

Apr. 3, 2026 at 12:08pm

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Student reporters from Jericho High School's student newspaper, The JerEcho, and New Media Communications class won big at Adelphi University's annual Quill Awards, taking home first place in three categories and second place in one. The Quill Awards recognize outstanding student journalism across Long Island high schools.

Why it matters

The Quill Awards are a prestigious honor that showcase the talent and dedication of student journalists. Jericho High School's strong performance demonstrates the school's commitment to fostering a vibrant student media program and preparing the next generation of media professionals.

The details

At Adelphi University's Press Day event on February 13, Jericho's student reporters participated in workshops, networked with experienced journalists, and ultimately claimed several top prizes. The JerEcho team won first place for Best News Article, Most Outstanding Reporter, and Best News Video, as well as second place for Most Outstanding Online Student Newspaper.

  • The Quill Awards competition and Adelphi Press Day event took place on February 13, 2026.
  • Jericho High School's student newspaper, The JerEcho, and New Media Communications class attended the event.

The players

The JerEcho

The student newspaper of Jericho High School.

Jericho High School

A public high school located in Jericho, New York, known for its strong academic programs and extracurricular activities.

Adelphi University

A private university located in Garden City, New York, that hosts the annual Quill Awards competition and Press Day event for high school student journalists.

Mia Shu

A student reporter from Jericho High School who won first place for Best News Article.

Bhavin Balgobind

A student reporter from Jericho High School who won first place for Best News Article.

Madison Lee

A student reporter from Jericho High School who won first place for Most Outstanding Reporter.

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What they’re saying

“The Quill Awards are a fantastic opportunity for student journalists to showcase their talents and be recognized for their hard work. We're incredibly proud of the JerEcho team for their outstanding performance.”

— Dr. Sarah Wilkinson, Principal, Jericho High School

What’s next

The JerEcho team plans to continue their award-winning journalism, with plans to attend more media conferences and competitions in the coming year.

The takeaway

Jericho High School's student media program is thriving, producing talented young journalists who are being recognized for their excellence. This success highlights the importance of investing in student journalism and providing opportunities for students to hone their skills and showcase their work.