At US News, we are committed to upholding the highest standards of journalistic integrity, accuracy, fairness, and transparency in every article, report, and piece of content published on signatureschool.org and across all our digital platforms.
Scope of This Policy
This policy governs all content published by US News, including breaking news, feature stories, opinion pieces, analysis, interviews, multimedia content, and any contributions from staff writers, freelancers, or guest authors.
Core Principles
- Accuracy & Fact-Checking Every claim, statistic, and quote is rigorously verified using primary sources whenever possible. We do not publish information we cannot stand behind.
- Fairness & Balance We present facts objectively and give relevant parties an opportunity to respond when appropriate. Opinions are clearly labeled and separated from news reporting.
- Independence Our reporting is free from undue influence by advertisers, political interests, or any external entities. Editorial decisions are made solely in the interest of our readers.
- Transparency Sources are disclosed to the fullest extent possible. Anonymous sourcing is used only when necessary and approved by senior editors, with the reason clearly understood internally.
- Respect & Inclusivity Content must be respectful, non-discriminatory, and mindful of diverse audiences. Hate speech, misinformation, or harmful stereotypes have no place on our platform.
Authorship & Attribution
- All articles clearly identify the author(s) or writing team.
- Guest contributions and sponsored content are explicitly labeled as such.
- Plagiarism or unauthorized reuse of content is strictly prohibited.
Review & Editing Process
Every piece of content undergoes:
- Fact-checking by the author and at least one editor
- Copy-editing for clarity, grammar, and style
- Final approval by a senior editor before publication
Corrections & Updates
We correct errors swiftly and transparently (see our full Corrections Policy). Significant corrections are noted at the top or bottom of the article with the date and details of the change.
Originality & Rights
All published content must be original or properly licensed. Authors are responsible for obtaining rights to images, videos, or third-party material.
Reader Feedback & Submissions
We value input from our audience. Story tips, corrections, complaints, or contribution inquiries should be sent to: hello@signatureschool.org
Policy Updates
This Editorial Policy is reviewed regularly to reflect best practices in digital journalism. The latest version will always be available on this page.
Last updated: November 29, 2025
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