Pick Up Your Talisman Student Newspaper!
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Watch for the first of the School Year edition released soon!
Students! Pick up the Talisman or Read Online! Cover Art by Max Bykowski. Design by Marley Helfer.
Congratulations!
BHS Convergence Journalism Seattle Convention 2025 Press Release
Over 3,000 students from across the nation gathered in downtown Seattle for the National High School Journalism Convention, showcasing their talents in various categories.
Among the notable achievements, Silas Horn earned an Honorable Mention for yearbook sports writing, while Abby Bekele received an Excellent for her newspaper layout. Logan Lemonidis also earned an Honorable Mention in Commentary writing, and Xander Howarth achieved an Excellent in Review writing. Other distinguished students included Shylo Burns and Noelle Shin, who both received Honorable Mentions in Sports and Feature writing, respectively, and Sabi Yoon, who stood out with a Superior in News writing. Additionally, Marley Helfer and Max Bykowski secured 4th place in Best of Show Newspaper Design, while Sabi Yoon and Abby Bekele received 9th and 2nd place for their respective articles on BHS’ Ukrainian students and African culture, highlighting the students’ commitment to diverse and impactful journalism.
Superior
- Sabi Yoon – Newswriting
Honorable Mention
Abby Bekele – Newspaper Layout
- Silas Horn – Yearbook Sports Writing
- Logan Lemonidis – Commentary Writing
- Shylo Burns – Sports Writing
- Noelle Shin – Feature Writing
Excellent
Xander Howarth – Review Writing
Best of Show
- Abby Bekele – 2nd place; Reporting: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
- Marley Helfer and Max Bykowski – 4th place; Design: Newspaper/Newsmagazine
- Sabi Yoon – 9th place; Reporting: News Story
Original post and image from the SPS Shout Out Featured News.
The Talisman Student Newspaper Production
The Ballard HS award-winning student-produced newspaper also has some updated articles online! Visit the Talisman webpage on the school website for more information.
Visit the Ballard Talisman website (link updated soon!) for online information and the most current updates and recent articles or students pick one up at the Talisman Newsstand box located outside the main office or in the library!
The Talisman Est 1917 is Ballard High School’s award-winning student-produced newspaper serving the community for over 100 years. Subscribe to get all seven issues for the school year, support student media, and stay informed about issues affecting the Ballard community. If you would like to place an ad in the paper or subscribe, please contact ballardtally@gmail.com.
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Editor-In-Chiefs
Contact: BallardTally@gmail.com
Talisman Website: BallardTalisman.org
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Teacher Advisor: Michael Smith | mtsmith@seattleschools.org
In addition visit the BHS Journalism page for more information about the program.
As of October 22, 2025
