What Students Really Learn When They Create a Documentary

JDS Creative Academy

Published on: 18/06/2026

Students gain empathy, confidence, teamwork, and real-world communication skills through documentary filmmaking in a hands-on media program at JDS Creative Academy.

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Inside Our Summer Media Program: How HUSD Students Are Learning Documentary Filmmaking in Real Time

JDS Creative Academy

Published on: 16/06/2026

HUSD students are gaining real-world documentary filmmaking experience through JDS Creative Academy’s Summer Media Program, building storytelling skills, technical production experience, and creative career pathways.

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