StudentCam is C-SPAN’s annual national video documentary competition that encourages students to think critically about issues that affect our communities and our nation. The competition, now in its 18th year, invited all middle and high school students to enter by producing a short documentary asking students to explore a federal policy or program and address the theme: “How does the federal government impact your life?”
11th grade students Lauren Cargal, Sophia Smith, & Jacob Shaddock from Jenks High School in Jenks, Oklahoma won 2nd Prize for their documentary on the importance of updated cybersecurity policy and legislation, “The Threat of Tomorrow.” As 2nd Prize winners, the trio will share $1,500 in prize money.
More Information:
- Press Release: Jenks Students Win Prizes in C-SPAN Video Documentary Competition (Google Doc)
- Article: Jenks students win big in CSPAN film contest (Tulsa World)
- Article: Jenks students just won second place in a worldwide C-SPAN documentary competition (News Channel 8 KTUL)
- Infographic: Lauren Cargal, Sophia Smith, & Jacob Shaddock (JPEG)
StudentCam 2022 Second Prize: "The Threat of Tomorrow"
Congratulatory Messages and Recognition

Oklahoma Lieutenant Governor Matt Pinnell presents Lauren, Sophia, & Jacob with a Citation of Special Recognition

C-SPAN Founder Brian Lamb and co-President Susan Swain present Lauren, Sophia, & Jacob with a Certificate of Special Recognition

Lauren, Sophia, & Jacob will receive $1,500 for winning 2nd Prize
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