Events

State Convention

2025 State Convention

After a tough start to the school year, we want you to look On The Bright Side and  join us at our new location for the 2025 State Convention, April 3-5, 2025.

Every year, more than 1500 student journalists and their advisers from across Florida attend the FSPA Sate Convention to celebrate their achievements this school year, while continuing to prioritize growth in their programs and themselves through networking, competing, and learning from professionals in media. Attendees leave with a renewed passion for journalism that they take with them, not only into their classrooms and schools, but into our communities.

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Convention Basics

When

Thursday, April 3
through
Saturday, April 5

Where

NEW LOCATION
Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld

6677 Sea Harbor Drive
Orlando, FL 32821

Hotel
Room - $199 per room, per night
Resort Fee - $15 per room, per night
Parking Fee - $19 per vehicle, per night

Reservation Questions?
caroline.sanchez@renaissancehotels.com

Cost

Early Registration
January 27-February 16, 2025
$150 per person

Regular Registration
February 17-March 3, 2025
$175 per person

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What to Expect

30 on the spot contests to test your journalism skill
Intensive training sessions on InDesign, Premiere, photography and more
Over 70 informational sessions taught by industry professionals, award winning advisers and editors, and college professors
Spring Digital and Convention Contests recognized
Awards for Student Journalists of the Year, Sunshine Standouts and Teachers of the Year
Lip Sync Battle, FSPA Face-Off, High School Dance, and more!
Keynote Speaker

Coming Soon

Check back for more information regarding our exciting keynote speaker soon.

Don't Miss Out

Early Registration

$150

Per Person
Jan. 27-Feb. 16, 2025

Regular Registration

$175

Per Person
Feb. 17-March 3, 2025