Spring deadlines can be one of the most stressful times of the year for your staff. With final pages due, last-minute edits and the push to make sure everything is perfect, it’s easy for motivation to dip and stress levels to rise. But keeping morale high is essential—not just for meeting deadlines but for maintaining a positive and productive team …
I suffered from deadline dread my first year as adviser of The Spinnaker at Laney High School. Despite those early days when pages were turned in the day of shipping for the mad dash to the plant, I have survived and learned from my mistakes. While I still have a lot to learn about yearbook publishing, I have come to understand that deadlines are a necessary evil.
Jumping into work on yearbook is exhilarating, exhausting, fun and maybe even a little confusing. What are all these words, phrases and acronyms you’re hearing, such as colophon, folio and CMYK? We’re here to help! Use this handy list to learn commonly used yearbook terms and avoid confusion when talking to fellow yearbookers or your yearbook company. Black and white: Items …
Summer isn’t just for relaxation – it’s the perfect opportunity to set your yearbook team up for an incredible year. The key is strategic preparation that builds skills, unity and excitement. Our training video, “5+ Ways to Prepare for Summer,” will guide you and your staff on how to best set yourself up for success in these summer months. The …
As the school year winds down, yearbook advisers and staff face a critical transition period. This time isn’t about winding down – it’s about setting the stage for next year’s success. Watch our latest training video, “What To Do When the Yearbook is Done,” to explore the proven strategies to make the most of your post-deadline momentum. Celebrate Your Achievement …
5+ Ways to Prepare for Summer In this comprehensive training video, veteran yearbook experts Jim Jordan and Sabrina Schmitz, CJE, reveal game-changing strategies for maximizing your team’s potential after the final deadline. Whether you’re a new adviser or a seasoned pro, this video is packed with actionable insights to elevate your yearbook program. https://youtu.be/ZpUPVkgylqs Already an existing customer?Access the full training video …
Finding the perfect yearbook theme is a process that starts long before the first page is designed or the first spread is built. It’s about capturing the spirit of the school year, creating a unifying message and telling the story of your student body in a way that resonates. This month on That Yearbook Podcast and the Walsworth Training Video …
The school year may be winding down, but now is the perfect time to gear up for a strong start next fall, especially when it comes to yearbook sales. This week’s Timely Tips is designed to help your staff create a game plan before heading into summer, with a lesson plan focused on back-to-school marketing. The goal? Make sure your …
When the final page is submitted and the last spread is proofed, it might feel like the journey is over, but it’s the perfect time to reflect on the incredible work your students accomplished. One of the best ways to help your staff recognize their growth is by building a yearbook portfolio. This Timely Tips lesson plan is designed to …
Yearbook season is a whirlwind of creativity, deadlines and capturing memories that last a lifetime. But amidst the excitement, one crucial element often gets overlooked: consistent, professional writing. That’s where AP Style comes in, and mastering it is essential for producing a yearbook that shines. Our latest Timely Tips lesson plan covers this very topic. Why does AP Style matter …
As the deadline looms, maintaining a cohesive yearbook design can be a challenge. Staff members are often eager to finish, and details can slip through the cracks. However, ensuring theme unity from the opening pages to the final index is crucial for a polished and professional yearbook. This week’s Timely Tips design lesson plan outlines a yearbook plan to help …
Deadlines are fast approaching, and sometimes, despite the best planning, you find yourself with an unexpected blank space in your yearbook. Whether an event was canceled, a page took longer than expected or you simply need more content to round out your book, Walsworth has you covered with our free Supplemental Content yearbook spreads. Walsworth put together eight ready-to-use Supplemental …
It’s officially recruitment season! Whether you’re in the early stages of planning your recruitment, already have your new staffers signed up or find yourself somewhere in the middle, you should start thinking about your staff structure for next year. If you’re still knee deep in the recruitment process, take a look at our recruiting page, where you can watch the …
As yearbook deadlines are on the horizon, it’s the perfect time to boost sales and make sure your yearbook is in the hands of as many students as possible. That’s where creative, unconventional marketing strategies come in. In our latest Timely Tips content, we’re sharing a yearbook marketing lesson plan that focuses on guerrilla marketing techniques designed to capture attention …
The 2025 Photo Contest is finally here, and we’re excited to see your favorite photos from this school year! The contest runs through Friday, March 28, and winners will receive a $250 Visa gift card. Students can enter up to five photos across any of the 10 categories listed below. Categories: Academics – Show us learning in progress at your …
TIMELY TIPS — LESSON PLANS Our Timely Tips – Lesson Plan emails provide you with helpful content relevant to what’s happening in your classroom right now. Each week, we send a marketing, design, curriculum or writing themed lesson plan that’s ready to download and use, save for a rainy day or use as sub plan. Walsworth is your one-stop-shop for …
Over the years we have seen incredible photos submitted nationwide by yearbook photographers and we can’t wait to see what this year brings us. The 2025 photo contest is almost here with a chance to win a $250 Visa gift card across each of our 10 categories! The contest begins on Monday, Feb. 24 and runs until Friday, March 28, …
Middle School & Junior High School Yearbooks Walsworth is the trusted middle school and junior high school yearbook printer. With easy-to-use tools, expert resources, comprehensive support and unique inspiration, we provide everything you need to design a middle school or junior high school yearbook that celebrates your school’s spirit. Let’s bring your yearbook vision to life! REQUEST MORE INFORMATION Master …
Yearbooks capture memories and showcase school pride and the unique stories of each graduating class. But behind every successful yearbook is a team of dedicated professionals ensuring the process runs smoothly. Customer Service Representatives (CSRs) are pivotal in guiding schools from initial design to final print. CSRs bridge the gap between schools and yearbook production, offering critical support that helps …
Coverage & Organization for Middle School Yearbook Learn how to plan your yearbook’s content, organize your staff efficiently, and track coverage to create a book that tells the complete story of your school year. What You’ll Learn How to balance event and student coverage Strategies for organizing content and layouts Tools for tracking student appearances in the yearbook Tips for …
Let’s face it: this time of year, we reps know our schools are juggling a lot – events, professional enrichment, and parent meetings, to name a few. Balancing that with yearbook deadlines and class organization can be daunting. As a yearbook rep, my goal is to help my advisers and staff feel excited and engaged. The key to achieving that …
Assigning spreads to your staff and keeping them happy and motivated with them doesn’t have to feel like a chore. Make the most of the occasion with a fun Draft Day activity that can be implemented for each deadline, each season, each semester or once a year. Draft Day picks get students engaged and invested, and the process flows smoothly …
National Yearbook Week is the perfect time to not only celebrate the rich tradition of yearbooks but also to boost your sales and get more students involved. Whether you’re a seasoned adviser or just starting out, this is your chance to drive excitement, connect with your community and make your yearbook a must-have for every student. Here are some proven …
How do you create lessons for a class as complicated and multi-faceted as yearbook? Sometimes it seems impossible to know where to start or what order things should be in. A general structure for lesson plans is the best tool to keep in an adviser’s pocket. Read on for practical activities you can easily implement in your classroom during National Yearbook …
I was shocked. I was horrified. I worked with several schools this past spring who had not even started their opening pages or theme copy, even though it was the beginning of March! What’s up with that? You may have a deadline structure that allows for this, but it’s not the best approach for introducing the story you are trying …
Family is at the heart of everything we do. With Tripp Walsworth joining his father, Don Walsworth, and grandfather, Don O. Walsworth, at the company in August of 2023, our family-owned business is now four generations strong. Tripp spent the last year getting to know the inner workings of our organization and visited over 95 schools. We sat down with …
Encouraging school groups to submit group senior yearbook ads in addition to selling individual senior ads provides a great way to keep revenue coming in year after year. About 12 years ago, the band boosters asked if they could do an ad for all the band seniors. One mom took charge, communicated with me, organized the photos, and got all …
Whether you have dreamed of being a yearbook adviser since you were the editor of your high school yearbook or you were volun-told to do it, you are in for a wild ride. No other teaching job requires you to plan, create, market and deliver a product with a group of unpredictable, emotional teens. Sounds like the makings of a …
No matter the size of your book or staff, creating a yearbook is a significant undertaking. It can’t be done by one person alone, but I would argue it also shouldn’t be done by students working in isolation or even partners on assignments. There is strength in numbers, which is why I utilize a team system for my yearbook staff. …
Hello I’m Anne Zankowski Walsworth Yearbooks Representative Eastern Montana, Wyoming, Western South Dakota Facebook Twitter Instagram Youtube Envelope Phone My Philosophy As your Walsworth Yearbook Representative, my goal is to provide you with all the knowledge you need to make the best yearbook possible and having a fun time doing it! With more than 30 years of experience in publishing, …