1st Amendment
SJP Code of Ethics
Roles
Values
Mr Palmer
100

prohibits the government from establishing a “state” religion and from favoring one religion over any other.

Freedom of Religion

100

The name of the set of values, or ethics, established by the Society of Professional Journalists 

Code of Ethics

100

...about understanding who your news represents and how you represent them.

Community Image

100

Means the story is intriguing or has an interesting spin to it, not something you hear of everyday

Novelty 

100

Mr. Palmer's favorite beverage

cherry coke

200

...it allows people to express themselves through publication.

Freedom of the Press

200

The core value that states "ethical journalism should be accurate and fair."

Seek Truth and Report It

200

Writing about things your readers care about.

Reader culture

200

Newsworthy because two or more people, entities, groups or teams are opposing one another.

People want to witness or know the outcome.

Conflict 

200

Mr. Palmer's favorite shoe brand

Vans

300

...the right to express themselves without having to worry about government interference. It’s the most basic component of freedom of expression.

Freedom of Speech

300

The core value that states "ethical journalism treats sources, subjects, colleagues and members of the public as human beings deserving of respect."

Minimize Harm 

300

 A news story highlighting a recent pep rally is an example of

School Spirit

300

Similar to impact but includes how many & how seriously. Can also be measured by depth of pain, shock or how “out of character” or “unexpected” something might be.

Weight

300

Mr. Palmer graduated from which university? 

CSU Fullerton

400

...the freedom to peacefully _______ or gather together or associate with a group of people for social, economic, political or religious purposes. It also protects the right to protest the government.

Freedom to Assemble

400

This code states "The highest and primary obligation of ethical journalism is to serve the public." 

Journalists should also not accept gifts or bribes

Act Independently 

400

A gathering area used for open debate to express views or perspectives about various topics.

Public Forum

400

Nearness to the audience, "hits close to home" 

Proximity

400

Mr. Palmer's niece's name

Jellybean

500

The right to ______ can mean signing a ______ or even filing a lawsuit against the government.

Freedom to Petition 

500

The cre value that states "Ethical journalism means taking responsibility for one's work and explaining one’s decisions to the public."

Be Accountable and Transparent 

500

Referring to anything that has been recorded, either in some public or judicial form; can be referenced later in time. 

Matter of Record

500

The bigger you are, the bigger the target!

People are naturally curious about people who are famous or in positions of power

But they also have the power to make an event that might not be big news, a big deal!

Prominence 

500

Mr. Palmer's star sign

Libra