Altice USA and i24NEWS Launch Altice Connects Global Voices

Altice USA and i24NEWS today announced a new experiential media program for local NY tri-state area high schools -- Altice Connects Global Voices. The program invites students from local high schools to engage with the i24NEWS team to discuss current events, develop informed opinions, and understand the importance of global awareness, tolerance, and journalistic integrity. Students will also participate in the creation of media content that they can share via social media and on AlticeConnects.com.

“Now, more than ever, we need to empower students to think critically about the events within their communities and across the globe,” said Lee Schroeder, senior vice president, government and community affairs, Altice USA. “Through Altice Connects Global Voices, high school students will be exposed to a variety of perspectives as they form their own opinions on current events and actively engage in dialogue on global issues with i24NEWS.”

To kick-off the program launch, Lawrence High School students participated in a behind the scenes experience at the i24NEWS studio in Times Square, New York City. The students produced short video pieces that include interviews with the i24NEWS talent and leadership teams, learned about the inner workings of a live broadcast, and conducted interviews on the value of the global perspective and non-partisan news.

“As the media landscape changes rapidly, it is critical to emphasize the importance of well-informed, unbiased journalism and we are thrilled to work with Altice USA to help shape the next generation of journalists and leaders within our communities,” said Frank Melloul, CEO of i24NEWS.

PHOTO 1: Pictured from left to right: Steve Langford, i24NEWS; Ariana Brown, Lawrence HS student; Haisha Famuyide, Lawrence HS student; Matthew Zampino, Lawrence HS student; Dr. Frank Zangari, Lawrence HS; Ruby Levine, Lawrence HS student; Stanley Faynblut, Lawrence HS student; Jessica Moreno, Lawrence HS student; Jennifer Ostrager, Altice USA; Allison Aylward, Altice USA.

PHOTO 2: Lawrence HS student Ruby Levine (left) conducts an interview in Times Square.