Spotlight on Student Creativity: Podcast Challenge Winners Announced
The Regional Educational Media Center (REMC) Association, Michigan Association of Computer Users in Learning (MACUL) and Michigan Association of School Librarians (MASL) proudly announce the winners of the third round of the Student Podcast Challenge.
This exciting and unique initiative celebrates the innovative ideas and perspectives of Michigan students through the engaging podcasting format. The three winning podcasts, announced at the MACUL Conference 2025, will receive podcasting equipment from REMC SAVE to further classroom creative pursuits.
Open to 5th-12th grade students, the challenge encourages participants to craft original podcasts individually or in teams, with submissions facilitated by Michigan educators. Awards recognize excellence in information, structure, creativity, and production. Submissions were evaluated and judged by members from each partner organization.
First Place: “History of Christmas”
- Student Creator: Brielle Romero (Okemos Public Schools)
- Teacher: Mark Tomczak
- Class: 7th/8th Design Thinking
Second Place: “This or That? It’s Raining Cats and Dogs!”
- Student Creators: Henrietta Lemley and Sophia Philips (Saline Area Schools)
- Teacher: Anne Harwood
- Class: 7th Grade English Language Arts
Third Place: “The History of Nike”
- Student Creators: Michael Chen (Okemos Public Schools)
- Teacher: Mark Tomczak
- Class: 7th/8th Design Thinking
The Podcast Challenge is a great way to celebrate student creativity and unique perspectives, while learning and integrating this popular medium into classroom lessons. The 4th Student Podcast Challenge is open now! Submissions are due October 31st and winners will be announced at the MASL Conference in Grand Rapids in December.
REMC Association offers these resources and guides for exploring and growing podcasting integration skills..