With kids and adults having broad access to mobile devices including smartphones and tablets, the modern world has turned digital. This has dramatically impacted how people use cameras and document their lives. Whether it’s a mom snapping pics of her growing kids or a teen striving for the perfect shot to post on social media, […]
Making memories: The role of the yearbook adviser
For many large schools or those with higher grades, the yearbook adviser will lead a student group. Those students will do much of the legwork. The adviser serves as an educator production manager, helping decide what to include, how to represent everyone and all events well, and manage advertising/sales and deadlines. This person will also […]
Yearbook Staff: Who Does What?
Many different people work together to create an amazing yearbook that everyone can enjoy. It takes patience, persistence and passion, but the outcome is a wonderful printed book that will be cherished for years to come, not to mention the experience of working with a team that won’t soon be forgotten. Below are some of […]
Ladder Diagrams: The First Step to Yearbook Success
Buildings, bridges, cars, furniture, model airplanes and tree houses — these are just a few examples of projects that start with a blueprint. This design plan helps the people working on the project stay organized and follow steps correctly in order to finish successfully. The same is true with your school’s yearbook. With the right […]
Supplying Hope to Schools in Need
In September 2017, Hurricane Harvey devastated thousands of communities across the southern U.S. and beyond. Many teachers lost everything in their homes as well as their classrooms. Partnering to Replenish Classroom Libraries Did you know teachers invest their own money to purchase books for their classroom libraries? Texas Elementary Principals and Supervisors Association (TEPSA) recognized […]
Parent Notify: Picture Day and Yearbook Communication
The #1 reason parents miss out on getting their child’s school picture is because they didn’t know about Picture Day. Parents are busy and need multiple reminders – and prefer to receive them digitally. Parent Notify is a Picture Day and Yearbook communication solution for schools that will simplify administrative tasks and reduce questions from […]
Lifetouch + Shutterfly: We Just Clicked
We are excited to officially announce that we have clicked into Shutterfly; bringing together two industry leaders that share a common purpose – to share life’s joy through capturing and preserving memories with the click of a camera. As our companies come together, we are working to create a new, innovative experience that will allow you to do more with your photos than ever before. We look […]
Top 9 Reasons Families Love MyLifetouch.com
Kids aren’t the only ones smiling on Picture Day! Giving your parents what they want (mix and match portraits) with what they need (easy mobile-friendly ordering) makes Lifetouch the partner for schools across the country. And when your parents are happy, we know that you’ll be happy, too. Top 9 reasons your families will love […]
Summer Reading Adventure
Keep Summer Reading on Track Reading during the summer helps students gain and retain knowledge, ensuring a fast start when school resumes in the fall. Our customizable Summer Reading Adventure materials get the word out in school hallways, classrooms and in the home. A tracking sheet to set individual goals and record progress and inspirational bookmarks […]
Top 9 Candid Photography Tips from a Lifetouch Expert
Want to take your yearbook candids from good to great? Check out these top tips from award winning Lifetouch photographer Laura Krug Sullivan: Tell a Story. A photo should tell a story and have an impact on the viewer. Look at each photo and if you can’t tell what the story is, don’t use that […]