Yearbook (Digital Photo) (Period 4)

Course Description

Welcome to an opportunity only a few select students have the privilege of experiencing. There are many aspects to being a member of the yearbook staff. Each aspect requires total commitment and a positive attitude. As a yearbook staffer, students explore the elements and processes necessary for producing the high school’s yearbook. Producing a quality yearbook is challenging, rewarding, and important. Staffers must take the challenge seriously and be prepared to be dedicated to producing the best book possible. Students must be willing to attend evening events and to spend additional time to ensure that assignments are completed on time to meet deadlines.

Students will:

  • Complete all assigned pages
  • Include the names of every person on every photo
  • 100% names spelled correctly
  • Design to the proper specifications
  • Follow the correct theme.
  • Shoot (take pictures) as assigned at least 8 times per semester
  • Complete all miscellaneous assignments and projects

Assessment

  • 50% Page Production
  • 20% Writing/Photography Assignments and Critiques and Daily Participation
  • 15% Tests, Digital Portfolio
  • 15% Final Semester Project