Yearbook
This 4 credit course is available to students in grades 12. Students are responsible for the mentoring of Yearbook 10 and 11 students with regards to layout and production of the school yearbook. Students will take on a leadership role and editorial responsibilities. Students may be assigned to assist in the management of the following: digital photography, writing and editing, page layout, advertising and/or sales. The yearbook is produced using online production software provided by the public
Publication of the yearbook. The Yearbook 12 course will: a. enable students to explore the advanced use of digital photography, graphic design and as a medium to self-expression and collaborative efforts. b. enable students to develop leadership skills through senior editor and photographer roles on the yearbook staff c. enable students to assume the role of various editorial positions (copy, photography, marketing, layout) within a yearbook staff d. enable students to take initiative etc
Yearbook provides an opportunity to tell the story of the school year through a variety of perspectives, Growth as an artist, writer and photographer depend on critique, reflection and revision, Yearbook reflects the interconnectedness of the individual, community, history and society, Yearbook publication requires teamwork, Yearbook publication uses photography and publication software to visually express and record the school experience.
Inclusion of Ktunaxa language where appropriate eg: school name on the title page and where there is Indigenous content. Inclusion of Indigenous groups eg. Ab Ed Council, Warriors, and Elders pages Storytelling is embedded in the publication. Class meetings demonstrate Ktunaxa protocols where appropriate.