The Rockport Observer

It's a virtual podium, front porch, and bulletin board open to all for the purposes of enhanced civic engagement and engaging neighborhood conversation. The philosophy of and the mission propelling The Rockport Observer is to create a synthesized media experience that serves as a forum for: Neighborhood news, views, and chit-chat Intensive-local co... verage of programs, initiatives, and events Civic organizations and resident writers to have their events promoted and covered Discussion on local topics and issues such as school levies and local legislation Neighborhood profiles of local legends, charitable groups, and community all-stars And, perhaps most important, one of the primary goals of the Rockport Observer is to get young people involved at the elementary-, middle- and high-school levels, giving up-and-comers a chance to write for a professional media site, providing them an academic edge with a portfolio piece to include with their college applications. The Rockport Observer can serve as a platform and podium for Fairview Park and Rocky River students to launch and showcase their own rising and developing voices as they cover their schools and write about their classmates, teammates, teachers, and coaches, developing their individual and collective styles. THE ROCKPORT OBSERVER is written by members of the Fairview Park and Rocky River community who generously provide their time, energy, expertise, and eloquence to making it a dynamic site experience. What makes this experience unique is that it is a true community effort - written and produced by local citizens for the benefit of their neighbors and the community as a whole. Stories are posted generally on a first-come, first-reserved basis (with precedence given to time-sensitive pieces). The Observer is open to ALL members of our community - anyone who has ever lived, worked, stayed, or played in Rocky River or Fairview Park - and anyone who wishes to write about almost whatever is welcome to participate. There are no commitments! You can write as ...Read More