Alexy Actis '28
Accomplishments: Alexy was one of 40 high school students across the area selected to participate in the Cleveland Media Academy. Alexy was one of two Saint Joseph Academy students selected.
The Cleveland Media Academy is an 8-week program designed to allow students to learn about careers in Media.
At the academy, Alexy learned about journalism, reporting, podcasting and photography. She also had the opportunity to learn from local media professionals. The academy also gave Alexy hands-on experience. “Every week students are guided through writing a news article, recording a podcast episode, or videoing a live news report,” Alexy shared. “The whole program is designed to let our creativity run wild and have adults there to support us along the way.” Each week the students’ writing is published on cleveland.com.
Alexy shared the following, “I wanted to participate in the academy for the opportunity to grow my own skills in writing, journalism and broadcasting as a writer for SJA's school newspaper, Jaguar Beat and also as leader of SJA's Sports Broadcasting Network, Jagwire. The skills of professionalism, public speaking and confidence are invaluable lessons I am also learning from this program that translate into everyday life.”
At the conclusion of the academy, Alexy was one of three students awarded the Greg Mills Award in recognition of consistent passion and enthusiasm in pursuit of journalism.
Congratulations, Alexy on your selection to the Cleveland Media Academy and receiving the Greg Mills Award!
Activities and Interests: At Saint Joseph Academy, Alexy is the leader of Jagwire and an Academy Ambassador. She is also a member of Academic Jaguars, the Academy Humanities Scholars Program, the Chick-fil-A Leader Academy, Community Builders, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Ultimate Fan Club, the Cross Country team and the Varsity Softball team. She is also a writer for the Jaguar Beat and an altar server at Masses.
What is your favorite part about being a member of the Saint Joseph Academy community?: Alexy shared, “My favorite part about the SJA community are the teachers, faculty, staff and students who are there to support me every step of the way.”
Future Career Plans: Alexy plans to major in Education and hopes to continue playing softball at the collegiate level.
