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Course Description:

This semester course is designed as an introduction to graphic design and layout. Concepts of graphic design and layout will be applied through publication of the school yearbook.

Course Goals:

1.To understand the differences between fact and opinion.

2.To understand interviewing techniques.

3.To practice writing specialized stories such as features.

4.To develop skills in copy reading, proofreading, and headline and caption writing.

5.To develop desktop publishing skills, especially graphic design and layout.

6.To understand the importance of meeting a deadline.

7.To develop digital imaging skills and practice quality photography skills.

Supplies Required:

There is no textbook for this class. All supplies will be provided. Students may choose to bring in their own digital camera to take pictures. It is helpful for students to have access to a computer with Internet to work on assignments at home, however this is not required.

Homework Expectations:

Yearbook assignments will have to be done based on the yearbook company’s deadlines. Although it doesn’t happen often, students may have to work after school and/or on weekends and holidays. Work cannot be accepted late. If a student fails to do their assigned work on time, they will receive an “F” for the quarter. Regular attendance is very important because of publishing deadlines. Absences could affect grades!!

Grading System:

A = 90 to 100

B = 80 to 89

C = 70 to 79

D = 60 to 69

F = 0 to 59

**Qrtr 1+Qrtr 2=90%--Sem. Exam = 10%

Students wishing to try out for yearbook need to keep their third quarter grades up. At the beginning of fourth quarter, interested seventh graders need to pick up an application from Mrs. Brinker or Mrs. Delgadillo. Failure to completely fill out the application will result in possible exclusion from the class. Students will be notified by mid-April if they are admitted to the class.

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