ABERDEEN, S.D. – Aberdeen Central High School’s Eagle Zone is a finalist for a 2024 National Student Production Award from the Foundation of The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS).
NATAS last week announced nominees in 24 programming and craft categories, selected from high school student entries across the country. CHS Eagle Zone was one of five finalists nominated in the following category:
Magazine Program or Lifestyle Content: Eagle Zone 3.8.23, Aberdeen Central High School (Upper Midwest Chapter):
Summer Ryan
Sam Ryan
Courtney Thorstenson
Jason Lopez Martinez
Will Ewalt
Max Jaime
Joseph Pierce
Erich Schaffhauser, Advisor
More than 2,000 entries were submitted to NATAS regional chapters, according to a news release from the organization. Winning entries from the chapters were then submitted for consideration in the National Student Production Awards competition. Entries were judged by selected industry professionals and media academics.
"High schoolers from coast to coast submitted some incredible work for consideration this year," said NATAS Chair Terry O'Reilly in the news release. "These young producers and craftspeople have much to be proud of. Our academy is thrilled to shine a spotlight on the exceptional talent and tireless work of these students."
Recipients will be announced Nov. 21 beginning at noon Central Time via a web stream produced by NATAS. It will be available for viewing at Watch.TheEmmys.TV and other platforms. Learn more and view the complete list of 2024 Student Production Awards nominees here.
About NATAS
The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) is a service organization dedicated to the advancement of the arts and sciences of television and the promotion of creative leadership for artistic, educational, and technical achievements within the television industry. It recognizes excellence in television with the coveted Emmy® Awards for News & Documentary, Sports, and Daytime television programming, as well as achievements in television Technology & Engineering. NATAS membership consists of more than 18,000 broadcast and media professionals represented in 19 regional chapters across the United States Beyond awards, NATAS provides extensive educational programs through its Foundation, including regional and national scholarships and Student Production Awards.
About the Aberdeen Public School District
The Aberdeen Public School District provides a comprehensive educational program to approximately 4,200 students in grades K-12, with a mission of empowering all students to succeed in a changing world. Our students receive the knowledge and skills necessary to reach their potential in a global community through high expectations of academic achievement; diverse educational opportunities; and community involvement in a safe, supportive environment. Learn more at aberdeen.k12.sd.us.