On Feb. 2, the National Scholastic Press Association released its annual Pacemaker finalist list. Of the 66 middle and high school books nominated, six belong to Virginia.

Congratulations to:

• Nuntius, Altavista Combined School
• Crag, Turner Ashby High School
• Odyssey, Chantilly High School
• Sentry, Robinson Middle School
• The Journey, Heritage High School
• Compass, North Cross School

Pacemaker winners will be announced on April 18 at the JEA/NSPA Spring National High School Journalism Convention in Denver. It’s not too late to plan your trip and help celebrate Virginia’s great success!

For a complete list of finalists, click here.