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The Class

This is the Staff Only page. This private page contains our resources, tips and tricks on creating the yearbook. Much of what is here has been gathered from conferences at Jostens, Balfour and Taylor including chats with other advisers.

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STAFF ONLY

Deadlines Calendar

Our deadlines calendar is a crucial tool for ensuring the successful and timely completion of the yearbook.

Organization and Planning: It helps the yearbook staff and contributors stay organized and manage their time effectively.
Accountability: A publicly posted deadlines calendar holds everyone accountable.
Communication: It improves communication among the yearbook team, staff, and contributors.
Transparency: It provides transparency for the entire process, allowing all stakeholders, including students, parents, and school administrators, to understand the timeline and progress of the yearbook.
Coordination with School Events: It helps coordinate yearbook production with school events and activities.
Motivation: Clear deadlines can serve as motivators for the yearbook staff to stay on track and maintain a steady workflow, reducing the risk of overwhelming workloads as the publication date approaches.

Yearbook Camp

Yearbook camp is a workshop or training session designed for students and educators involved in producing a school yearbook. These camps typically take place over a few days during the summer and provide participants with skills and knowledge in areas such as:

Design and Layout: Learning about modern design trends, layout techniques, and how to use design software effectively.
Photography: Techniques for taking high-quality photos, understanding lighting, composition, and photo editing.
Writing and Copy Editing: Instruction on how to write compelling stories, captions, and how to edit text for clarity and accuracy.
Team Building and Leadership: Activities and sessions to foster teamwork, leadership skills, and effective communication among yearbook staff.
Marketing and Sales: Strategies for promoting and selling the yearbook, as well as managing budgets and advertising.

These camps often feature experienced yearbook advisors, professional photographers, and designers as instructors. They provide hands-on experience and an opportunity to work on real yearbook projects, helping participants prepare for the upcoming school year.