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Madison, Wisconsin's National Award-Winning Teen Newspaper Simpson Street Free Press is an organization built on ideas and innovation. We publish newspapers.
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We deploy a streamlined and efficient non-profit model. SSFP delivers high-impact, core subject academic instruction. Our writers are kids. Student reporters learn practical academic skills, which they can readily apply in the classroom. But much more is accomplished with every new stroke at their keyboard. Free Press writers are also authentic, local role models. Their influential and powerful vo

ices resonate far beyond their south-side newsrooms. Our dedicated students reach thousands of young readers with positive messages of academic success and community engagement. This is our multi-mission service-delivery model at work. Young people learn practical skills in proven, hands on ways. Then they publish written work that inspires and fascinates their peers.

12/06/2024

Happy early birthday to Giannis! Celebrate the inspiring rise of the "Greek Freak" with the documentary "The Marvelous Journey." SSFP’s Owen Ayite-Atayi shares how Giannis went from Lagos to NBA stardom. Read more below or online:

https://simpsonstreetfreepress.org/sports/Giannis-Documentary

12/05/2024

Hard-Hitting Guest Column by SSFP Editors in The Capital Times. Is Wisconsin DPI lowering academic standards? Read the latest on Act 20, transparency, and the future of literacy reform.

The "reading bill" was signed over a year ago, but Superintendent Jill Underly is more concerned with tinkering with data to mask students' poor performance.

12/04/2024

Grizzlies and polar bears are crossing paths, creating pizzlies and grolar bears. SSFP's Siwoo Park explores this rare phenomenon and what it reveals about climate change’s impact on wildlife. Read more below or online:

https://simpsonstreetfreepress.org/science/Grolar-Bears

11/28/2024

Thank you to the Green Bay Packers Foundation for supporting Simpson Street Free Press and inviting us to speak at the annual luncheon! We're proud to be part of a community dedicated to making a difference. Your generosity helps us keep telling great stories and inspiring young writers!

11/27/2024

Discover the "power of many" at United Way. SSFP's Camila Cruz shares her experience at the Community Kickoff and highlights how United Way supports youth, strengthens communities, and delivers lasting impact. Join her in giving back! Read more below and support United Way of Dane County!

I attended United Way’s Community Kickoff event earlier this year at Breese Stevens Field in Madison. I went to the event with several of my colleagues from the Simpson Street

11/22/2024

Wisconsin is home to several tiny bird species that weigh less than a pencil! SSFP reporter Joseph Zheng explores three of Wisconsin's smallest birds and what makes them so unique. Read more below or online:

https://simpsonstreetfreepress.org/state-environment/Wisconsin-Smallest-Birds

11/20/2024

The East African Rift is not just a geological wonder; it's where human's earliest ancestors roamed. SSFP Iliyan Hoskin explores how this region shaped Earth's surface and human history. Read the full story here or online:

https://simpsonstreetfreepress.org/geography/East-African-Rift-System

11/15/2024

Four red wolf pups have been born at the St. Louis Zoo. SSFP reporter Sofia Zapata explains the efforts behind their recovery, with fewer than 25 red wolves in the wild. Read more here or online:

https://simpsonstreetfreepress.org/science/Red-Wolves

11/14/2024

We’re proud to share that Simpson Street Free Press is highlighted in the Isthmus nonprofit directory. We are honored to be featured alongside Madison’s amazing nonprofits!

https://isthmus.com/opinion/from-the-editor/madison-is-rich-in-nonprofit-media/

Public radio and public television — here and across the country — have long operated as a nonprofit, but the model is relatively new for print publications like Isthmus.

11/13/2024

Expired canned fish led to an unexpected breakthrough in marine biology. SSFP reporter Theodore Morrison shares how researchers used donated cans of salmon to study marine parasites and track ecosystem changes over 45 years. Read more below or online:

https://simpsonstreetfreepress.org/science/Expired-Salmon

11/08/2024

The pink fairy armadillo spends most of its life underground with its unique pink shell. SSFP reporter Siheon Park digs into the life of this elusive creature and the efforts to protect it from habitat loss. Read more below or online:

https://simpsonstreetfreepress.org/science/Pink-Fairy-Armadillo

11/07/2024

In early September, a small asteroid ignited over the Pacific, safely burning up in the atmosphere. SSFP reporter John Agbo explains this near miss and the ongoing efforts to prepare for larger potential impacts. Read more below or online:

https://simpsonstreetfreepress.org/space-science/Astroid-2024-RW1

11/06/2024

SSFP students attended the season opener for Wisconsin Men's Basketball against Holy Cross and had a great time cheering on the Badgers! Check out their sports coverage and much more on our Sports Section. Read more online:

https://www.simpsonstreetfreepress.org/sports/

10/31/2024

Ever wonder why people dress up and go trick-or-treating? SSFP reporter Elim Eyobed explores the history behind Halloween and trick-or-treating. Learn how this spooky celebration evolved over thousands of years. Read more below or online:

https://simpsonstreetfreepress.org/history/Origin-of-Halloween

10/30/2024

SSFP reporter Will DeFour dives into the eerie origins of zombies and vampires in a special Halloween mini-series! Discover the dark history behind these classic monsters. Read more below or online:

https://simpsonstreetfreepress.org/history/Zombie-History

https://simpsonstreetfreepress.org/history/Vampire-History

10/29/2024

Local civics can sometimes be overlooked, but governors play a crucial role in our daily lives. SSFP reporter Owen Ayite-Atayi breaks down what governors do, from enforcing laws to setting state priorities. Read more below or online:

https://simpsonstreetfreepress.org/history/What-is-a-Governor

10/24/2024

The Yonaguni Monument is a mysterious underwater site in Japan that has sparked debate for decades. SSFP reporter Mahalia Pearson explores the theories and ongoing research into this “underwater Machu Picchu.” Read more below or online:

https://simpsonstreetfreepress.org/geography/Yonaguni-Monument

10/23/2024

Mallard ducks are a familiar sight in Wisconsin, gracing lakes, rivers, and ponds. SSFP reporter Joseph Zheng shares their role in balancing local ecosystems and the importance of preserving their habitats. Read more below or online:

https://simpsonstreetfreepress.org/where-in-dane-county/Mallard-Ducks

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