Let’s Personalize Your Year in Review!

By Lynn Greenberg

So, you know those Year In Review things? They’re great for getting a snapshot of what happened over the year nationally and even globally, but they often miss out on the stuff that really matters to us personally, like what happened in our school or town.

Here’s a fun idea I like to use: why not add a more personal Year in Review? You can do this by running a quick online survey. Google Forms is super handy for this. Throw in some categories like favorite songs, movies, TV shows, school lunch, school events, and even local news that were impactful in your school, town, city, or state.

Including an “About Me” page works for all ages, including younger ones, where they can fill it out, or their family can help them fill it out. This gives them a chance to be part of the yearbook and get a snapshot of who they were that year and their favorite things and share cute stories. It’s a neat way to see how their handwriting and spelling evolve over time.

When you’re laying out your pages and creating your results and About Me pages, make sure to keep it aligned with your yearbook theme. Make sure there’s enough room for everyone to jot down their thoughts and memories.

By making your Year In Review personal, you’re turning it into a keepsake that’s all about the world around your students and their year outside of the classroom. Go ahead, let your yearbook be a reflection of your awesome community by adding a personal and local Year In Review!!

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