The Colophon - Balfour Yearbooks Blog

by Leigh Ann Danley, yearbook adviser Peachtree Ridge High School, Suwanee, Georgia

In psychological terms, it’s called “chunking.” Divide a 10-digit phone number into three chunks and it is easier

by Jamie Demeter, yearbook adviser Ft. Zumwalt South High School, St. Peters, Missouri

It’s a mystery. What goes on in that room? No one gets it. Wait a minute. There are people who understand what a

by Edie Pondillo, yearbook adviser Riverdale High School, Murfreesboro, Tennessee

Rubrics are valuable because they specifically communicate advisers’ expectations to their staffs. This 3-part rubric

by Bernadette Cranmer, yearbook adviser Granite Bay High School, California

You finished the  last pages. There’s nothing left to do but correct proofs and plan distribution. Now what? How do you

Traveling to a state or national journalism conference can change you, your staff, and your journalism program. Attending a convention makes your students aware of the possibilities and the

In elementary school, there was always a Valentine’s Day party. Each student decorated a shoe box and exchanged cards. Everyone left with a stack of friendly love notes and a lot of candy.

This time of year typically comes with numerous pages of proofs to correct. It’s time for everyone on staff to pay attention to the details and help keep the book consistent from cover to cover.

by Erin Coggins

Erin Coggins is the adviser at Sparkman High School in Harvest, Alabama.

I love to travel and meet new people. When they ask what I do for a living, I proudly respond that I teach

by Christine Seymour

Christine Seymour is the yearbook adviser at Helena High School in Montana.

With seven months, 272 pages, five deadlines, 17 staff members, and two programs to learn, there is

In December, close the year with a thank you to yearbook staff. After all, they are the reason you have an awesome product to sell. Encourage sales progress with a team party.