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Mission Statement

The Scripps Howard Foundation strives to advance the cause of a free press through support of excellence in journalism, quality journalism education and professional development. The Foundation helps build healthy communities and improve the quality of life through support of sound educational programs, strong families, vital social services, enriching arts and culture, and inclusive civic affairs, with a special commitment to the communities in which the Company does business.

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Marcus Matthews teaches a class at the Teen Appeal summer workshop in Memphis, Tenn. High school students interested in writing, reporting and photography work on the staff of the high school newspaper that is distributed monthly during the school year to all highschools. Marcus was a member of the inaugural Teen Appeal staff in 1997-98 and after earning his master's, taught English for the Memphis City Schools and currently is coordinator for Teen Appeal as he works on his doctorate.

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