Snap Judgment The Sleuthers - School Daze
Sep 25, 2025
In this gripping narrative, Shayna Sheely, a story producer and narrator, and Emily Smith, a dedicated high school newspaper adviser, delve into the daring investigation by student journalists uncovering the truth about their new principal. They discuss the students' meticulous investigative tactics, from reverse image searches to credential verifications. Tensions rise as their findings challenge school authorities, culminating in the principal's resignation amidst national media attention. Tune in to discover the power of young voices in truth-seeking!
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Student Interview Sparks Investigation
- Maddie, a junior, interviewed incoming principal Dr. Amy Robertson for the school paper and later noticed suspicious educational claims during transcription.
- That small assignment sparked a larger investigation when classmates and advisor Emily Smith joined in to verify Robertson's credentials.
Broken Website Was An Early Red Flag
- A quick web search revealed Coraline's University had a single-page site, broken links, and payment prompts that raised red flags about legitimacy.
- Emily Smith's instinct and legal knowledge made her seek counsel, showing how teacher guidance can turn curiosity into responsible inquiry.
Students Use Simple Digital Forensics
- The students used simple digital forensics: reverse image search, color-changing blacked-out highlights, and calls to city records to test claims.
- Those basic techniques uncovered stock photos, redacted client names actually visible, and no local registration for Corlin's University.