About Me

My name is Laura Renfroe, and I am a journalist for Hatchie Headlines at Pelahatchie High School.

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If you would have told me three years ago I would hold six nationwide journalism recognitions and two state awards over the course of two years, I probably wouldn't have believed you. The opportunity to interview award-winning interviewers and authors? Simply unreal. 

 

I truly never thought I would get this far when I spontaneously joined the Introduction to Journalism course my freshman year. 

 

Today, I am beyond grateful for my journalism instructor Mrs. Laura Grice for opening my eyes to a new world, one that provides me endless pride and passion, and for allowing me a creative freedom to write about what makes me happy.  

 

Writing now extends far beyond the sloppy short stories I wrote as a child. Journalism has become a passion, a career opportunity, and a way for me to connect with the world, the entertainment industry, and my community. My communication skills as well as confidence in myself have improved. But perhaps most importantly, journalism has taught me to have a voice. It has taught me that no matter how far-out it may sound or how hard society tries to push you in a different direction, your dream and your voice matter. 

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I am filled with so much pride and gratitude to have gotten this far as a high school journalist from small-town Pelahatchie, and I will strive to extend my reach even farther as I chase my dreams. I will never give up running toward the future I want for myself.

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"Follow your dream like a breaker

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Even if it breaks down, don't run backwards, never

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Because the dawn right before the sun rises is the darkest"

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Tomorrow, BTS

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