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Opinion, or guest editorials, are an excellent
opportunity to tell readers about the importance
of the camp experience. An opinion editorial
typically educates a reader on a relevant
subject or expresses an opinion on a particular
issue.
Most newspapers have very specific guidelines
for writing editorials so you may want
to check with the editorial page editor
first. Some newspapers post their guidelines
on their Web sites. Here are some tips
to keep in mind as you write your guest
editorial:
- It
is best to keep op-eds between 650-700
words unless otherwise indicated. The
longer the op-ed, the greater the chances
it will be edited or declined all together.
- The placement of the op-ed is significantly
enhanced if a community leader or someone
who is considered "newsworthy" writes
it. Perhaps you have a prominent business
professional who benefited from camp
or a leading child educator who you have
worked with to develop camp curriculum.
- You should accompany your editorial
with a brief note explaining who you
are and why you’re writing the piece.
Include your name and contact information.
- After sending your editorial,
call the editor and extend an offer to
work with the paper in revising your
article.
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