As both a former adviser and a yearbook representative, I’ve got a few words of advice.

Unless you are doing a book over 120 pages, 5 reliable students is plenty. Otherwise, asking teachers for recommendations can be very helpful. You can advertise and ask students to apply. The applications can be obtained either through your publisher or online. The application process will reveal whether a student will go the extra mile to get the job, not mention the quality of their writing.

If you are able to attend a summer workshop, do it! That will give you a good overview. If not, take it one step at a time. First step is usually cover/theme and ad sales.

Ask your representative of the publishing company to walk you through it all, step by step. That’s their job.

Even though I’m leaving I would LOVE to help out in anyway possible!

Shelley’s suggestions are terrific. Planning and getting those five students excited are key. I found that a couple of kids every year carried the load. These weren’t the students who were super involved in everything. Generally, they were the students who just got into it, loved creating the pages on the computer, and had terrific ideas. I loved doing pages as well, found that I was creating them in my head while walking/running. That’s what it takes, individuals who just really love the creation/production of the book. It is a ton of work, but you’re not afraid of that, nor is your co-advisor. It’s also a tough job because no matter how perfect your final product, there are those who criticize something, either a spelling mistake that gets by you or how you developed a section. That takes a thick skin, remembering that it’s a student production, and that kids just want to see themselves and their friends in as many pictures as possible.

You and John are perfect for the job–can’t wait to see what you accomplish!

hi Mrs. Propp,
i would be interested in helping with the yearbook next year!
if you would like help,
im here!
see you tomorrow
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kelsey