Over the years we have seen incredible photos submitted nationwide by yearbook photographers and we can’t wait to see what this year brings us. The 2025 photo contest is almost here with a chance to win a $250 Visa gift card across each of our 10 categories!  The contest begins on Monday, Feb. 24 and runs until Friday, March 28, … The post Don’t Miss Out on Walsworth’s 2025 Photo Contest for a Chance to Win Big! appeared first on Walsworth Yearbooks ..read more

Yearbook advisers and staffs are constantly navigating the tricky waters of copyright when it comes to yearbook themes, designs and copywriting. This is a major focus of the latest Walsworth training video and episode of That Yearbook Podcast. Here are some key takeaways that all yearbook staffs should keep in mind: Themes and Inspiration When approaching popular culture in your … The post Navigating Copyright Concerns in Yearbook Design and Content appeared first on Walsworth Yearbooks ..read more

The latest acquisition made with our customers in mind.   Eau Claire, Wisconsin; Dec. 23, 2024 – Walsworth, a family-owned printing company based in Marceline, Missouri, recently announced that it will acquire Documation on Jan. 1, 2025, bringing it into the Walsworth brand. Documation will be renamed Walsworth – Eau Claire, and will be Walsworth’s eighth facility, joining the company’s locations in … The post Walsworth Announces Plans to Acquire Documation appeared first on Walsworth Yearbooks ..read more

The National Scholastic Press Association named 26 Walsworth middle and high school finalists for the prestigious NSPA Pacemaker Award for their 2024 yearbooks! The Pacemaker Award is the highest honor given by the National Scholastic Press Association as a recognition of excellence in student journalism. NSPA only granted this elite status to 59 schools in 2024, which represents 18% of … The post NSPA Names 26 Walsworth Schools as Pacemaker Finalists appeared first on Walsworth Yearbooks ..read more

While attending the Fall 2024 National High School Journalism convention in Philadelphia, the Walsworth team met Kimberly Allen, a 16-year old copy editor for Hanks High School in El Paso, Texas. Kimberly, a clearly talented yearbook enthusiast, enjoyed finding ways to grow their audience on social media and promote their yearbook. We asked Kimberly what wisdom she would impart to … The post A Social Media Manager’s Six Secrets to Social Media Success appeared first on Walsworth Yearbooks ..read more

The Columbia Scholastic Press Association named 19 Walsworth customers as yearbook Crown Finalists when they announced the 2025 CSPA Crown Awards Friday. The CSPA Crown Awards represent the highest yearbook recognition schools can achieve, honoring excellence in design, layout, photography, writing, content and coverage. The following 2024 Walsworth yearbooks were among the group of 48 Crown Finalists whose compelling storytelling … The post CSPA Honors 19 Walsworth Schools as Crown Finalists for 2024 Yearbooks appeared first on Walsworth Yearbooks ..read more

Two yearbook advisers from Walsworth schools – Tucker Love from Shawnee Mission South High School in Overland Park, Kansas, and Andrew Young, CJE, from Woodland Junior High School in Fayetteville, Arkansas – were among those named as Distinguished Advisers on Monday when the Journalism Education Association (JEA) announced its annual Yearbook Adviser of the Year honorees for 2024. Another Walsworth … The post Three Walsworth Advisers Honored with JEA Distinguished Adviser and Commended Adviser Awards appeared first on Walsworth Yearbooks ..read more

Yearbooks are labor-intensive projects, combining the elements of storytelling and design with journalistic precision. In the training video “Proofed to Perfection: Proofing and Editing Your Copy,” your staff will learn how proofreading ensures your readers focus on the story – not on the errors.  “We put so much effort into creating beautiful pages and telling these stories –  we don’t … The post The Power of Proofing Yearbooks: Transforming Good Yearbooks into Great Ones appeared first on Walsworth Yearbooks ..read more

In today’s digital age, social media is one of the most powerful tools for reaching and engaging your school community. Whether you’re a yearbook adviser or marketing coordinator, leveraging platforms like Instagram, Facebook, X (formerly known as Twitter) and TikTok can help you not only promote your yearbook but also create lasting connections with students, parents and your community. The … The post Boost Your Yearbook Sales with Social Media Resources appeared first on Walsworth Yearbooks ..read more

Yearbooks capture memories and showcase school pride and the unique stories of each graduating class. But behind every successful yearbook is a team of dedicated professionals ensuring the process runs smoothly. Customer Service Representatives (CSRs) are pivotal in guiding schools from initial design to final print. CSRs bridge the gap between schools and yearbook production, offering critical support that helps … The post The Unsung Heroes Behind the Yearbook: Customer Service Representatives appeared first on Walsworth Yearbooks ..read more