The News Literacy Project announced 14 school districts Sept. 10 that were accepted to its fellowship program and awarded a $30,000 grant, including Helena Public Schools.

The three-year fellowship provided a $30,000 grant and customized support to implement news literacy education within Helena district campuses.

“Even though Gen Z and Gen Alpha are digital natives, they're often overwhelmed by the nonstop flood of information online,” Charles Salter, President and CEO of the News Literacy Project said in a news release. “This year's record participation in the fellowship program shows that district leaders get it: Students are hungry for news literacy and educators are stepping up to meet that demand.”

The News Literacy Project was a nonpartisan education nonprofit that worked with n

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