Events

State Convention

2026 State Convention

Student journalists are Making Waves across the state, and we want you to join the movement at our 2026 State Convention, April 9-11, 2026.

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 9
through
Saturday, April 11

Where

Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld
6677 Sea Harbor Drive
Orlando, FL 32821

Hotel
Room - $209 per room, per night
Resort Fee - $15 per room, per night

Reservation Questions?
caroline.sanchez@renaissancehotels.com

Cost

Early Registration
January 26-February 20, 2026
$160 per person

Regular Registration
February 23-March 6, 2026
$180 per person

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
Color Wars, Lip Sync Battle, High School Dance, and more!
Keynote Speaker

To be announced

Check back here for more information about our keynote speaker, coming soon.

Don't Miss Out

Early Registration

$160

Per Person
Jan. 26-Feb. 20, 2026

Regular Registration

$180

Per Person
Feb. 23-March 6, 2026