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How to Properly Cite Sources for School Projects

October 26, 2026 at 6:30 PM ET

In this Young Scholars webinar, students will learn how to properly cite sources when completing school projects, essays, presentations, and other research-based assignments. We’ll break down what citations are, why they matter, and when students need to give credit for information, ideas, quotes, images, and other materials.

Students will also learn the basics of MLA and APA citation styles, how to collect source information while researching, and how to avoid common citation mistakes. We’ll cover practical ways to use citation generators responsibly, evaluate whether a source is reliable, avoid plagiarism, and use a simple checklist to review citations before submitting a project.

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In this webinar, you will learn

Understand what citations are, when you need to use them, and how giving credit to sources helps students avoid plagiarism and build academic honesty.

Learn the basics of MLA and APA, what information to collect while researching, and how to keep a simple source tracker so citations are easier to complete later.

Discover how to properly cite quotes and paraphrased ideas, evaluate sources, use citation generators carefully, and check your work before turning in a project.

Meet the Speaker:

Helena Coloma

Helena Coloma is a student at Harvard University, Class of 2026, and currently serves as the Vice President of Member Engagement on the NSHSS Collegiate Council Executive Board. She is also the Associate Director of MedNewsWeek, where she contributes to advancing accessible health and science communication.

Helena has gained valuable experience as an intern with NASA and has a strong passion for leadership, service, and innovation. In addition to her academic and professional pursuits, she is a former titleholder of Miss California Teen America and Miss Michigan United States of America. Through her work, Helena is dedicated to empowering others, promoting education, and making a meaningful impact in her community and beyond.

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