Bayshore High School – Journalism 1-4 Yearbook

Mar 2026 · 2nd Semester

This class involves a daily commitment. The primary purpose of this course is to produce the URSA MAJOR Yearbook. Tasks include selecting and developing an appropriate theme, designing and laying out pages, photography, and writing and editing copy. Teamwork and a willingness to commit to work outside of class is a necessity. Students use business-compatible computer programs and work with digital photography. Organization and management techniques relating to journalistic productions will be stressed, including leadership skills, record keeping, time management, interviewing, sales techniques, and task organization. Students are required to sell advertising to assist in paying for the publication.