The Renegade Reporters

Ash and her friends are renegade reporters who discover a big discovery about technology and student privacy after getting kicked off their school's news show.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 240 pages
Publication date: 14 June 2022
Publisher: Penguin Putnam Inc

Ash and her friends, avid reporters and aspiring journalists, were thrilled to be given the opportunity to lead their school's news show, The News at Nine, sponsored by Van Ness Media. They had spent countless hours preparing for the big day, conducting interviews, and gathering information to bring the latest news to their fellow students. However, their excitement turned to disappointment when an unfortunate incident involving a dancing teacher, an irresponsibly reported story, and a viral video led to their sudden eviction from the crew. Undeterred, Ash, Maya, and Brielle, determined to pursue their passion for journalism, decided to start their own news show, The Underground News.

As they began their investigation, they stumbled upon a shocking discovery: Van Ness Media, the educational company that provided their school's software, had been gathering data from all the students at school. Their drawings, their journals, even their movements were being recorded and cataloged by Van Ness Media. The trio was astounded by this revelation and couldn't believe that their privacy was being violated in such a manner. Determined to uncover the truth, Ash and her friends embarked on a mission to expose Van Ness Media's practices.

They conducted extensive research, interviewed students and parents, and gathered evidence to support their claims. They discovered that Van Ness Media was using the data collected to develop new educational software that could analyze students' behavior and provide personalized learning experiences. However, they also found that Van Ness Media was selling the data to third-party companies without the consent of the students or their parents.

Ash and her friends were outraged by this violation of privacy and decided to take action. They published their findings in the school newspaper, creating a public outcry and prompting the school administration to take action. Van Ness Media was forced to apologize and promised to improve its practices to protect the privacy of its students.

Through their journey as renegade reporters, Ash and her friends not only uncovered a significant discovery about technology and privacy but also gained valuable skills in journalism and advocacy. They learned the importance of responsible reporting, the significance of protecting individual rights, and the power of collective action. Their story serves as a reminder that even in the face of adversity, young people can make a difference and bring about positive change.

Weight: 187g
Dimension: 197 x 129 x 16 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780593323045