Newspapers in Education:

What is NIE?

Newspapers In Education (NIE) is an international program that promotes and increases basic skills by using the newspaper as a teaching tool.

NIE can trace its roots in the United States back to the 1930's and 1940's. There are now programs in all 50 states and in 50-70 countries. The Newspaper Association of America supports programs nationally.

The Times Press has provided newspapers to teachers that request them at no charge to schools. The program is maintained through community sponsorships by area businesses and individuals

Why Newspapers?

Newspapers contain information on current world, national, state and local events and have applications for every subject matter in the curriculum: Mathematics, history, literature, government, politics, citizenship, science and technology.

They provide material appropriate to readers of all levels and are well suited for individualized instruction. Newspapers stimulate students' interest by framing their study in the context of current events that affect their own lives and those of their families.

Students who have daily newspaper reading habits are well informed and better able to practice democratic ideas and ideals. Young citizens gain a broad perspective, learn to think critically and exercise interpretive skills.

Become An NIE Sponsor

Newspapers and curriculum are free to all NIE classrooms. This is thanks to the many sponsors that support the program. If you would like to become a sponsor, click here for an online PDF you can print, fill out and fax or mail.

Order newspapers on line

All NIE newspaper orders must be requested by the teacher before delivery can begin. To obtain a copy of the classroom order form, contact Karen Harter, 608-745-3568 or 800-236-2110 ext 3568.

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