Journalism Syllabus 2017-2018
Advisors:
Mrs. Recia Smith (C 208)
Mrs. Michelle Havens (11-12)
E-mail:
[email protected]
[email protected]
Yearbook Lab: B161 -- Lunch “D”
Course Description
Welcome to FHS Yearbook; a production-oriented class whose primary purpose is conceiving, editing, producing, and selling the annual school yearbook.
To be successful in this class, you must be able to:
Ÿ Be on time with all your required materials;
Ÿ Do your own work to the best of your ability;
Ÿ Meet any and all given deadlines;
Ÿ Be respectful of other people’s opinions;
Ÿ Learn from others just as much as from your instructor.
Although this course is primarily focused on the creation of the school’s yearbook, you will also learn a variety of journalism skills that can be applied to other content or career areas in your life—these skills include creative design, copywriting, photography, photo editing, and interpersonal skills.
As designing a yearbook is a challenging process, you will likely encounter many successes and failures this year, both in and out of class. How you react to and triumph over these failures will likely determine your success as a student this year. As a member of the yearbook staff, you are now a part of that tradition and have joined in the responsibility of producing the best Forest High School yearbook ever.
Your Duties
Students are assigned positions of various degrees of leadership and responsibility. Students are also assigned the responsibility of design, layout, and completion of a certain number of pages in the yearbook. Great importance is placed on the ability to complete layouts before the deadline with minimum supervision. Many projects are performed in groups or partnerships emphasizing cooperation and teamwork. Responsibility for organizing personal time and duties is essential to the success of the yearbook.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITY AS A MEMBER OF THE YEARBOOK STAFF IS TO (1) TURN OUT QUALITY PAGES, AND (2) MAKE YOUR DEADLINES. What is your biggest enemy? Wasted time! Even though your deadline is four, six, or even eight weeks away, if you use your time wisely, you will find that there is enough work to do to keep you working every class period.
The Yearbook Class requires a large degree of participation, responsibility, and maturity on the part of the students, who will have to be self-starters, to be organized, and to be committed to a quality product. The yearbook is an expensive product that will be referred to in future years; as such, the students who produce it must be prepared to go the extra mile. This may entail staying after school or through lunch when necessary, and covering events after school, some of which begin as late as 8 o’clock. Further, due to the nature of the course, students must be problem solvers, they must be able to overcome the frustrations and setbacks inherent in production classes, and they must be able to work effectively and efficiently with others, often without direct adult supervision. If the student is unable or unwilling to meet these expectations, please consider changing to another elective class.
Due to the nature of this class, and the enormous responsibility placed on producing the yearbook, trust and reliability are essential. WE MUST BE A WORKING TEAM. Any abuse of the freedoms, trust, and responsibility placed on students in this class will result in a student being removed from the annual staff. The following can and will result in your removal from yearbook staff for the rest for the year: constant bickering; being unable to get along with your classmates; damage to computers or other equipment; theft; willfully not doing an assignment and taking a lower grade; willfully disobeying the teacher or substitute teacher.
Confidentiality
The contents and the materials involved in the production of yearbook are not to be shared with anyone who is not on the staff. This applies especially to the theme and design of the cover of the yearbook.
General Class Rules
You must have your Journalism ID with you when you leave the room during class. You must get permission to leave the room during class from the Editor or Advisor and then sign out. Any student abusing this right by disturbing other classes, excessive sign-outs, or by going to the soda/snack machines will be confined to the classroom.
When you move something put it back where you found it before you leave. The expectation is that you will be in class every scheduled work day working from bell to bell. You will be expected to work on your yearbook assignment during class time. Claiming the work of someone else is dishonest and can be grounds for your removal from the yearbook staff.
Grading
The ultimate evaluation or grade in yearbook class is the final product when it is delivered to our customers and meets their satisfaction. However, to determine the “grade” that appears on your report card, I consider meeting deadlines, and attendance in addition to class work. This is one class where SUCCESS DEPENDS ON EVERYONE DOING HIS/HER JOB - if the picture is not taken or information isn’t gathered or copy written, a deadline may be missed and that reflects on the entire staff. A team effort is required and therefore, a cooperative, responsible attitude is essential.
Attendance in this workshop-type class is also important. All copy and layouts should be ready to check on by all posted deadlines. Allow yourself plenty of time to rewrite copy, process photos, gather scoreboards, etc. Plan on unforeseen complications-equipment malfunctioning, coaches being absent, students not identified in pictures, etc. All cause delays which affect the delivery date of the yearbook. Missing deadlines results in fines being charged to the school. DEADLINES ABSOLUTELY, POSITIVELY MUST BE MET.
Grading is based on your ability to perform the required tasks, on time, with minimum supervision. Human nature is such that some people do the bare minimum to get by while others go above and beyond. It is not fair that both types of individuals that complete a deadline receive the same grade if one puts in much more effort. It is your responsibility to make sure that all class related responsibilities are completed above all else. Your grade will be affected if time management becomes a problem.
Late Work Policy
Because yearbook deadlines are set by the publisher, late work is not accepted under any circumstances. Assignments are due the period in which you have me, not after. I will not print your assignments, nor will I accept emailed work, unless I specify otherwise. Do not come to me with your computer or printer problems the day your assignment is due; it is your fault for waiting until the last minute to complete your assignment and/or print it out.
Two or more missed deadlines will result in removal from the class.
Grading Policy Per Quarter:
Classwork and Quizzes: 50%
1.Photography
2.Copywriting
3.Layout Design
4.Ad Sales
Test and Projects: 50%
1.Deadline Submission
Camera Equipment Policies
At times, you will be required to check out equipment in order to complete an assigned activity. Some of this equipment may be valued at $1000 or more. By checking out this equipment, you understand the following:
1. It is your responsibility to care for the equipment while in your possession.
2. Do not let anyone—not even for a moment—borrow your equipment.
3. You are responsible for any damage or loss that occurs due to negligence.
4. All equipment must be returned in a timely fashion to its proper location.
5. When returned, please clear SD cards and charge batteries for the next person.
6. You may use your own equipment when applicable.
Signatures
I have read the above and understand what is expected of me in Journalism/Yearbook class. I agree to make every effort to complete all the requirements of the course.
Date: ________
Student Signature: ________________________________________________________________
As the parent or guardian of this student, I have read the above and agree to be supportive of my son/daughter. I will do what I can to help them meet the expectations necessary to complete this course satisfactorily.
Date: ________
Parent/Guardian Signature: _________________________________________________________
Parent/Guardian Contact Information:
Phone ________________________
Email _________________________
Advisors:
Mrs. Recia Smith (C 208)
Mrs. Michelle Havens (11-12)
E-mail:
[email protected]
[email protected]
Yearbook Lab: B161 -- Lunch “D”
Course Description
Welcome to FHS Yearbook; a production-oriented class whose primary purpose is conceiving, editing, producing, and selling the annual school yearbook.
To be successful in this class, you must be able to:
Ÿ Be on time with all your required materials;
Ÿ Do your own work to the best of your ability;
Ÿ Meet any and all given deadlines;
Ÿ Be respectful of other people’s opinions;
Ÿ Learn from others just as much as from your instructor.
Although this course is primarily focused on the creation of the school’s yearbook, you will also learn a variety of journalism skills that can be applied to other content or career areas in your life—these skills include creative design, copywriting, photography, photo editing, and interpersonal skills.
As designing a yearbook is a challenging process, you will likely encounter many successes and failures this year, both in and out of class. How you react to and triumph over these failures will likely determine your success as a student this year. As a member of the yearbook staff, you are now a part of that tradition and have joined in the responsibility of producing the best Forest High School yearbook ever.
Your Duties
Students are assigned positions of various degrees of leadership and responsibility. Students are also assigned the responsibility of design, layout, and completion of a certain number of pages in the yearbook. Great importance is placed on the ability to complete layouts before the deadline with minimum supervision. Many projects are performed in groups or partnerships emphasizing cooperation and teamwork. Responsibility for organizing personal time and duties is essential to the success of the yearbook.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITY AS A MEMBER OF THE YEARBOOK STAFF IS TO (1) TURN OUT QUALITY PAGES, AND (2) MAKE YOUR DEADLINES. What is your biggest enemy? Wasted time! Even though your deadline is four, six, or even eight weeks away, if you use your time wisely, you will find that there is enough work to do to keep you working every class period.
The Yearbook Class requires a large degree of participation, responsibility, and maturity on the part of the students, who will have to be self-starters, to be organized, and to be committed to a quality product. The yearbook is an expensive product that will be referred to in future years; as such, the students who produce it must be prepared to go the extra mile. This may entail staying after school or through lunch when necessary, and covering events after school, some of which begin as late as 8 o’clock. Further, due to the nature of the course, students must be problem solvers, they must be able to overcome the frustrations and setbacks inherent in production classes, and they must be able to work effectively and efficiently with others, often without direct adult supervision. If the student is unable or unwilling to meet these expectations, please consider changing to another elective class.
Due to the nature of this class, and the enormous responsibility placed on producing the yearbook, trust and reliability are essential. WE MUST BE A WORKING TEAM. Any abuse of the freedoms, trust, and responsibility placed on students in this class will result in a student being removed from the annual staff. The following can and will result in your removal from yearbook staff for the rest for the year: constant bickering; being unable to get along with your classmates; damage to computers or other equipment; theft; willfully not doing an assignment and taking a lower grade; willfully disobeying the teacher or substitute teacher.
Confidentiality
The contents and the materials involved in the production of yearbook are not to be shared with anyone who is not on the staff. This applies especially to the theme and design of the cover of the yearbook.
General Class Rules
You must have your Journalism ID with you when you leave the room during class. You must get permission to leave the room during class from the Editor or Advisor and then sign out. Any student abusing this right by disturbing other classes, excessive sign-outs, or by going to the soda/snack machines will be confined to the classroom.
When you move something put it back where you found it before you leave. The expectation is that you will be in class every scheduled work day working from bell to bell. You will be expected to work on your yearbook assignment during class time. Claiming the work of someone else is dishonest and can be grounds for your removal from the yearbook staff.
Grading
The ultimate evaluation or grade in yearbook class is the final product when it is delivered to our customers and meets their satisfaction. However, to determine the “grade” that appears on your report card, I consider meeting deadlines, and attendance in addition to class work. This is one class where SUCCESS DEPENDS ON EVERYONE DOING HIS/HER JOB - if the picture is not taken or information isn’t gathered or copy written, a deadline may be missed and that reflects on the entire staff. A team effort is required and therefore, a cooperative, responsible attitude is essential.
Attendance in this workshop-type class is also important. All copy and layouts should be ready to check on by all posted deadlines. Allow yourself plenty of time to rewrite copy, process photos, gather scoreboards, etc. Plan on unforeseen complications-equipment malfunctioning, coaches being absent, students not identified in pictures, etc. All cause delays which affect the delivery date of the yearbook. Missing deadlines results in fines being charged to the school. DEADLINES ABSOLUTELY, POSITIVELY MUST BE MET.
Grading is based on your ability to perform the required tasks, on time, with minimum supervision. Human nature is such that some people do the bare minimum to get by while others go above and beyond. It is not fair that both types of individuals that complete a deadline receive the same grade if one puts in much more effort. It is your responsibility to make sure that all class related responsibilities are completed above all else. Your grade will be affected if time management becomes a problem.
Late Work Policy
Because yearbook deadlines are set by the publisher, late work is not accepted under any circumstances. Assignments are due the period in which you have me, not after. I will not print your assignments, nor will I accept emailed work, unless I specify otherwise. Do not come to me with your computer or printer problems the day your assignment is due; it is your fault for waiting until the last minute to complete your assignment and/or print it out.
Two or more missed deadlines will result in removal from the class.
Grading Policy Per Quarter:
Classwork and Quizzes: 50%
1.Photography
2.Copywriting
3.Layout Design
4.Ad Sales
Test and Projects: 50%
1.Deadline Submission
Camera Equipment Policies
At times, you will be required to check out equipment in order to complete an assigned activity. Some of this equipment may be valued at $1000 or more. By checking out this equipment, you understand the following:
1. It is your responsibility to care for the equipment while in your possession.
2. Do not let anyone—not even for a moment—borrow your equipment.
3. You are responsible for any damage or loss that occurs due to negligence.
4. All equipment must be returned in a timely fashion to its proper location.
5. When returned, please clear SD cards and charge batteries for the next person.
6. You may use your own equipment when applicable.
Signatures
I have read the above and understand what is expected of me in Journalism/Yearbook class. I agree to make every effort to complete all the requirements of the course.
Date: ________
Student Signature: ________________________________________________________________
As the parent or guardian of this student, I have read the above and agree to be supportive of my son/daughter. I will do what I can to help them meet the expectations necessary to complete this course satisfactorily.
Date: ________
Parent/Guardian Signature: _________________________________________________________
Parent/Guardian Contact Information:
Phone ________________________
Email _________________________