{"id":4970,"date":"2017-04-18T11:14:03","date_gmt":"2017-04-18T16:14:03","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/studentpress.org\/nspa\/?page_id=4970"},"modified":"2017-06-08T11:27:47","modified_gmt":"2017-06-08T16:27:47","slug":"2016-yearbook-pacemaker-winners-2","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/studentpress.org\/nspa\/awards\/2016-yearbook-pacemaker-winners-2\/","title":{"rendered":"2016 Yearbook Pacemaker Winners"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Farrier<\/strong>, Mirman School, Los Angeles, Calif.
\nElena Saviano, Eva Wiener, Annie Beckman, Emmie Oertel, editors
\nWendy Samson, adviser<\/p>\n

We Like It This Way
\n<\/em><\/strong>From theme to photography, judges were full of praise when discussing the Pacemaker-winning Farrier.<\/em><\/p>\n

\u201cGreat photography throughout the yearbook\u2019s 88 pages captures the essence of the year,\u201d the judges said. \u201cStrong coverage includes many student faces, names and meaningful quotes on the spreads.\u201d<\/p>\n

Theme development is strong from start to finish and graphics help establish the yearbook\u2019s visual identity.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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The Prowl<\/strong>, Powell MS, Littleton, Colo.
\nSenti Werden, Taylor Shives, Sophia Patrick, editors
\nYvette Manculich, adviser<\/p>\n

That\u2019s the Way
\n<\/em><\/strong>A KC and the Sunshine Band song from the 1970s made a contemporary yearbook concept in 2016. The theme inspired three sections \u2013 we see it, we own it and we live it.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis fantastic yearbook features many examples of storytelling action photos, supported by complete captions,\u201d the judges noted when discussing the Pacemaker-winning Prowl<\/em>. They also noted the good continuity of design from the cover through the 144 inside pages.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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The Vespa<\/strong>, Kealing MS, Austin, Texas
\nMira MacLaurin, editor
\nKristen Scott, adviser<\/p>\n

30\/30 Vision
\n<\/em><\/strong>A strong theme set the stage for the Vespa<\/em> to look forward and back as the school celebrated its 30th anniversary. Exemplary coverage defined this Pacemaker-winning yearbook.<\/p>\n

\u201cModular design allows for multiple levels of coverage on every spread,\u201d the judges noted. \u201cThe modules use a wide variety of story formats and bring many names and faces to the pages.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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Sentry<\/strong>, Robinson MS, Fairfax, Va.
\nOwen Schwartz, Michaela Rudolph, editors
\nAdrienne Forte, adviser<\/p>\n

Define Your Normal
\n<\/em><\/strong>\u201cStrong theme development pushes the concept through the yearbook,\u201d observed the judges who agreed the Sentry<\/em> was definitely a Pacemaker winner.<\/p>\n

A whole-book link runs along the bottom of each spread greatly expanding coverage in this 124-page yearbook.<\/p>\n

Judges also praised the use of typography and color.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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Wings<\/strong>, Arrowhead Christian Academy, Redlands, Calif.
\nMichalah Bell, Cassidy Brown, Sean Jackson, editors
\nCrystal Kazmierski, adviser<\/p>\n

Wait, What?
\n<\/em><\/strong>\u201cClassic design with contemporary touches\u201d is how the judges described the Pacemaker-winning Wings. <\/em>They also noted the strong verbal and visual voice the concept gives the yearbook citing the interesting conversational approach to writing engaging theme copy.<\/p>\n

Strong dominant images combined with carefully crafted headlines are a hallmark of Wings<\/em>. Designs are clutter free and emphasis is placed on traditional feature story presentations to tell the story of the school\u2019s 375 students. While consistency is established from spread to spread, each design takes on its own dynamic look.<\/p>\n

Structurally, content flows freely throughout Wings<\/em>, without traditional sections. Occasional theme spreads interrupt the coverage, serving as \u201cconnector\u201d rather than \u201cdivider\u201d spreads.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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Paragon<\/strong>, Munster HS, Munster, Ind.
\nLexie Lyons, Therese Capriglione, editors
\nSarah-Anne Lanman, adviser<\/p>\n

Pivotal One Moment
\n<\/em><\/strong>Judges praised the sophisticated verbal theme concept featured on the pages of the Paragon<\/em>. \u201cIn 180 days of countless moments, we found ourselves within one moment \u2013 our moment. And, it was pivotal.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cThe Paragon<\/em> is marked by a nice balance of classic design with modern touches such as well-designed infographics,\u201d the judges said. They also noted a \u201cless is more\u201d approach to color with the majority of the spreads appearing in black and white, with a mint green accent color used throughout the book as a visual unifier.<\/p>\n

Great examples of headlines, stories and captions are evident throughout the book.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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Fentonian<\/strong>, Fenton HS, Fenton, Mich.
\nMichael Fabatz, Hannah Swain, editors
\nPamela Bunka, adviser<\/p>\n

Like No Other
\n<\/em><\/strong>At the onset, the Fentonian<\/em> staff set out to highlight the individuality of students and the collective accomplishments of clubs, organizations and teams. The staff succeeded while earning Pacemaker recognition.<\/p>\n

Judges praised the strong storytelling photography and noted the graphic elements introduced on the cover helped pull readers through the book.<\/p>\n

The Fentonian<\/em> reduced the amount of traditional stories used in the book, but placed greater emphasis on direct quotes. \u201cWow\u201d spreads presented interesting feature topics in a creative design. The staff strategically placed these feature spreads between the lifestyle and sports sections to create separation within the chronological yearbook.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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PAWESEHI<\/strong>, Parkway West HS, Ballwin, Mo.
\nMaggie Walkoff, editor
\nDebra Klevens, adviser<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t Blink
\n<\/em><\/strong>Bold photography and typography combine to make a powerful theme statement. A blurred image on the cover transitions to a clear image on the front endsheet. And typographically, contrasting thin and heavy italic weights symbolize big, bold memories and small details that are easy to miss with a blink. The result is a yearbook with a strong visual voice.<\/p>\n

Judges referenced \u201cexceptional action photography combined with effective use of planned white space\u201d to give designs strong impact. Color, pulled from the dominant images, echoes across the spreads in the main headline and module headlines for visual unity.<\/p>\n

Interesting story presentations and strong use of quotes foster strong storytelling throughout this Pacemaker winner.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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Westwind<\/strong>, West Henderson HS, Hendersonville, N.C.
\nIzzy Denman, Juliana Goode, Lauren Heywood, editors
\nBrenda W. Gorsuch, adviser<\/p>\n

Find Your Blue
\n<\/em><\/strong>Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the concept of the Westwind<\/em> captures pride in their surroundings and pride in their school, which features blue as one of its colors. The story of the year is divided into four sections \u2013 finding your Pride, Voice, Passion and Way.<\/p>\n

The judges noted how the concept touched all parts of the Pacemaker yearbook, pointing out how the sophisticated typography treatments supported the theme while unifying the entire book.<\/p>\n

A magazine insert, printed on smaller pages, profiles interesting student personalities. A continuous quote presentation expands coverage as it repeats on spread after spread. And, \u201cscatter spreads\u201d break up the routine while presenting interesting features.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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Hoofbeats<\/strong>, Burges HS, El Paso, Texas
\nJordan Steyer, Jasmine Tabler, editors
\nPatricia Monroe, adviser<\/p>\n

Things Happen
\n<\/em><\/strong>While it was the school\u2019s 60th anniversary, the Hoofbeats<\/em> staff wisely kept its coverage focused on the current year, but did feature a few photos from the past on the dividers along with historical facts in the people section and the index.<\/p>\n

\u201cStorytelling reporting highlights this book with a variety of formats adding to content,\u201d said the judges who also cited \u201csuper\u201d photos as noteworthy in this Pacemaker-winning yearbook.<\/p>\n

Designers employed stripes, shaded bars and blocking to visually unify the book. Polarized black-and-white cutout photos of athletes were used on every sports spread.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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The Tribute<\/strong>, Heritage HS, Frisco, Texas
\nStephanie Morse, Tanya Masike, editors
\nRebecca Pollard, adviser<\/p>\n

Fill the Gap
\n<\/em><\/strong>A strong concept set the stage for the Tribute<\/em> to cover not only big events, but to also focus on the little moments that define the year and make up the high school experience for the every student.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe staff has paid attention to details to make it an outstanding publication \u2013 design and typography shine,\u201d noted the judges.<\/p>\n

Also, strong verbal theme connections, bold contemporary design and typography and creative content modules further set the Tribute<\/em> apart.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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Aquila<\/strong>, Freedom HS, South Riding, Va.
\nElena Becker, Emily Kim, Victoria Frank, Makeez Sadozai, Ethan Price, Priyanka Bitra, editors
\nKatheryn Hans, adviser<\/p>\n

Wait. You’re Gonna Need This.<\/strong><\/em>
\nExemplary color and typographic choices set the Aquila<\/em> apart. The judges said that strong coverage throughout the Aquila<\/em> features comprehensive verbal storytelling \u2013 in captions, stories and headlines.<\/p>\n

The Aqulia <\/em>features an umbrella approach to coverage with each spread defining the \u201cTHIS\u201d of the theme. In the bottom-right corner, the topics covered are itemized. There aren\u2019t any traditional sports, student life or reference spreads.<\/p>\n

The \u201cWait What?\u201d quote presentation unifies the yearbook by presenting a theme-related, storytelling quote on each spread trademarked by the theme colors.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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Rampages<\/strong>, Casa Roble HS, Orangevale, Calif.
\nCarson Burns, Josh Jordan, Allana Rogers, Anelise Wyanat, editors
\nDan Austin, adviser<\/p>\n

You Can Learn A Lot in 180 Days
\n<\/em><\/strong>Strong theme development \u2013 both verbally and visually \u2013 helped Rampages<\/em> earn Pacemaker honors. The concept becomes the platform for covering the year from a fresh perspective. Storytelling is organized chronologically by day.<\/p>\n

A \u201cWhat Did You Learn Today?\u201d quote presentation expands coverage and runs continuously throughout the book featuring insightful student quotes from each of the 180 days.<\/p>\n

Bold spreads with black backgrounds and oversized numbers highlight eight key days and dramatically reinforce the daily format.<\/p>\n

A \u201cYou Can Learn A Lot in 50 Years\u201d specialty magazine provides appropriate concept-driven coverage of the school anniversary.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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Details<\/strong>, Whitney HS, Rocklin, Calif.
\nMegan Green, Abigail Hammond, editors
\nSarah Nichols, adviser<\/p>\n

More is Our Thing
\n<\/em><\/strong>Details<\/em> didn\u2019t just feature more coverage, it delivered innovative journalistic approaches to storytelling.<\/p>\n

An eight-page in-depth section called \u201cMusic is the Thing\u201d showcased traditional long-form feature profiles as centerpiece modules.<\/p>\n

Another in-depth section, called \u201cMore or Less,\u201d provides an antidotal and statistical look at news and trends with content gathered by engaging 359 readers with online polls. This great example of data journalism is reported with professional quality infographics.<\/p>\n

A four-page \u201cThings To Consider\u201d section uses opinion writing to localize and personalize current events with reader-submitted content.<\/p>\n

A concept-related vertical folio bar runs continuously on edge of each spread, adding at least 1,380\u00a0student voices. And, two mini tip-ins engage readers with fun foldouts presented as part of the life and sport dividers.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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Jabberwokk<\/strong>, Darlington School, Rome, Ga.
\nEthan Pender, Selena Chen, editors
\nAdrienne L. Forgette, adviser<\/p>\n

You Know What
\n<\/em><\/strong>When creating a yearbook, details matter. And this attention to detail resulted in a Pacemaker for the Jabberwokk<\/em>.<\/p>\n

The concept drives all the verbal and visual details. The bold theme is conversational and works as either a question or statement. It also drives the yearbook\u2019s three sections — You, Know, What.<\/p>\n

Because details matter, there are three opening spreads. And, the subtle use of a triangle becomes a visual unifier because not only does it have three sides, a triangle appears in the center of the school crest and represents the school\u2019s three divisions.<\/p>\n

While the judges were impressed with visual decisions such as typographic and color choices, content also matters: \u201cWe were particularly impressed with the strong coverage for a K-12 school.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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Invictus<\/strong>, Ward Melville HS, East Setauket, N.Y.
\nMichele Moloney, editor
\nCortney Weisman, adviser<\/p>\n

The This or That Game
\n<\/em><\/strong>A creative theme engages teen readers with its playful approach while impressing the judges with how the concept accents the design of every spread. The theme is presented on both the front and the back covers and forces the reader to decide which way to open the book. Choices are sprinkled throughout the book, with a game hidden within some of the folios. Only one path leads the reader to the end.<\/p>\n

A bold, handwritten font, often accented with color, is a critical visual unifier echoed throughout the book for headline treatments, module headlines and quote presentations.<\/p>\n

A strong variety of content modules are not only well designed, they offer a wide variety of storytelling formats.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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The Lonestar<\/strong>, Vista Ridge HS, Cedar Park, Texas
\nHalee Jorgensen, Kira Virgil, editors
\nJamie Ray, adviser<\/p>\n

Look at it THIS Way
\n<\/em><\/strong>The strong coverage packages featured on the pages of the Lonestar<\/em> wowed the judges who noted that student-focused coverage started on the front endsheet and continued all the way through the index. As a result, the book is packed with lots of student voices.<\/p>\n

While the spreads are packed with content, the use of white space, typography and color give the yearbook a contemporary look without being cluttered or busy.<\/p>\n

A quote presentation, running along the bottom of every spread, serves as a stylish graphic unifier while delivering meaningful quotes and mug shots of approximately 240 students.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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The Hawk<\/strong>, Pleasant Grove HS, Texarkana, Texas
\nCarolina Crain, Lauren Davis, Lauren Allison, Kenzie Glover, editors
\nCharla Harris, adviser<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t Blink You\u2019ll Miss Something
\n<\/em><\/strong>The Hawk<\/em> does more than report the obvious by digging for details and presenting secondary coverage packages featuring the little stories that often go unreported. This approach to reporting and coverage teamed nicely with the yearbook\u2019s concept, resulting in many layers of rich storytelling.<\/p>\n

Instead of using a sectional approach to organization, the story of the year flows in a loose chronological presentation interrupted occasionally by four foldouts. Starting with a big photo and a story, each foldout literally reveals hidden stories behind the big story unified by the headline: \u201cIf You Blinked \u2026 You Missed \u2026 This.\u201d<\/p>\n

Judges also praised the well-designed reference spreads featuring group shots supplemented interesting story packages.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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Tiger<\/strong>, Texas HS, Texarkana, Texas
\nMadison Maynard, Colleen Russell, Elizabeth Tullis, editors
\nRebecca Potter\/Clint Smith, advisers<\/p>\n

Take It From Me
\n<\/em><\/strong>Exceptionally strong photography, capturing storytelling moments, is a trademark of a Pacemaker-winning yearbook. And according to the judges, the Tiger <\/em>sets the pace.<\/p>\n

A clean, contemporary design employs white space to let the images breathe and to command the attention they deserve. Dominance is clearly established for the centerpiece image on each spread.<\/p>\n

Creative and unique content modules result in visually interesting spreads with strong coverage. Color accents the content rather than randomly painting the pages.<\/p>\n

Storytelling quotes, in both stories and captions, contribute interesting verbal stories without repeating what is obvious in the images.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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Legend<\/strong>, Brookfield Central HS, Brookfield, Wis.
\nEmma Kumer, editor
\nTom Juran, adviser<\/p>\n

Changing Perspectives
\n<\/em><\/strong>A fresh visual approach to yearbook design set the Legend<\/em> apart and caught the eye of the Pacemaker judges.<\/p>\n

A unique cover design and dynamic opening spread, featuring a full-bleed photo with interesting typography, visually supports the \u201cChanging Perspectives\u201d theme.<\/p>\n

Judges referenced the yearbook\u2019s graphic presentation and noted the sophisticated color and typographic choices of the student designers as well as strong photography. The headlines not only looked good, they were clever in their verbal messaging.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n

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Wingspan<\/strong>, James C. Enochs HS, Modesto, Calif.
\nElysia Houston, Kimber Hale, Joscelyn Pardo, editors
\nTamra McCarthy, adviser<\/p>\n

Make Yourself You
\n<\/em><\/strong>Inspired by the Apple \u201cThink Different\u201d campaign, the Wingspan<\/em> used its concept to embrace the differences at their school by pointing out that being different is really what unified their students.<\/p>\n

The judges noted the theme, with its powerful images and expressive copy, gives the Wingspan <\/em>\u201can authentic student voice.\u201d And on virtually every spread, a powerful visual-verbal connection is established.<\/p>\n

A \u201cwhole book look\u201d visually unifies all 332 pages. Headlines throughout the book are designed using a bold, all-cap sans serif font paired with a handwritten font used sparingly for contrast. Color bars and modules are accented with yellow and pop off the page.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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The Black and Gold<\/strong>, Rock Canyon HS, Highlands Ranch, Colo.
\nCelia Adams, Emma Haworth, Azile Nelson, editors
\nKristi Rathbun, adviser<\/p>\n

U Discovered
\n<\/em><\/strong>A unique concept provided a storytelling platform that resulted in the storytelling quotes presented in the \u201cU\u201d modules, a continuous element appearing on every spread. \u201cViewpoint\u201d modules appear when appropriate to allow students voices on issues.<\/p>\n

Like many Pacemaker winners, the concept also shaped the yearbook\u2019s coverage. The staff created a 16-page profile section featuring interesting students and their stories.<\/p>\n

To further expand coverage, each section opens with a trends spread providing student insights on contemporary topics ranging from Snapchat filters to the election debates to music. The bold design features interesting approaches to storytelling.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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Indian<\/strong>, Shawnee Mission North HS, Overland Park, Kan.
\nMariana Orrego, Shannon Wray, editors
\nBecky Tate, adviser<\/p>\n

This is Your House
\n<\/em><\/strong>The judges repeatedly used the word \u201cwow\u201d when discussing this yearbook. The word was first used to describe the opening section where powerful full-bleed images and a few carefully crafted words launched the theme.<\/p>\n

\u201cExtreme economy of words teamed with wow photography in the opening creates an impressive impact,\u201d the judges said.<\/p>\n

On page after page, powerful verbal and visual storytelling wow the readers with sidebars offering precise detail. A content-driven approach to design avoids the visual redundancy that results when yearbooks rely heavily on templates. And while the designs vary significantly from spread to spread, they are visually unified.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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The Arena<\/strong>, Legacy HS, Mansfield, Texas
\nBrooke Jackson, editor
\nLeland Mallett\/Rachel Dearinger, advisers<\/p>\n

As In
\n<\/em><\/strong>The Arena<\/em> staff set a goal to go beyond surface of the school with their coverage, placing an emphasis on individuals and their unique stories while focusing on details. This emphasis on coverage paid off.<\/p>\n

Small, square mini-magazines were attached to each divider offering readers an \u201cInsider\u201d view of the school, clubs and teams.<\/p>\n

\u201cFresh coverage. We are sure the student body loved this yearbook,\u201d the judges said. \u201cThis book establishes some new trends in coverage.\u201d<\/p>\n

The judges also praised the content-driven design. \u201cThe yearbook has a strong visual vocabulary \u2013 the design changes on every spread while remaining consistent.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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Dragon<\/strong>, Round Rock HS, Round Rock, Texas
\nFaye McKerlie, Sophia Smith, editors
\nSharon Kubicek, adviser<\/p>\n

Your Chance to be Seen and Heard
\n<\/em><\/strong>A dramatic cover and endsheet presentation makes the theme statement in a bold way. The die-cut cover previews portions of photographs on the endsheet. A dramatic endsheet foldout literally spells out the theme in three parts, displaying the word \u201cHEARD\u201d so it is huge and supported by storytelling quotes.<\/p>\n

\u201cContemporary typography and clean design actuate the verbal-visual development,\u201d the judges noted. They also noted the expansive and varied coverage throughout the Dragon<\/em>.<\/p>\n

Using a seasonal approach to presenting the content, the staff successfully moved sports coverage into the chronological presentation for the first time, abandoning a traditional sports section and expanding coverage.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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Lair<\/strong>, Lake Braddock HS, Burke, Va.
\nJake Gold, Samantha Hernandez, Christopher Margraf, editors
\nKathryn Helmke, adviser<\/p>\n

Life Won\u2019t Slow Down You Better Keep Up
\n<\/em><\/strong>\u201cFabulous candid photography that captures peak moments,\u201d caught the eyes of the judges as they studied The Lair<\/em>. Not only is the photography strong, designers were not shy about making the dominant photos significantly larger, creating spreads with a clear center of visual impact.<\/p>\n

The powerful photo arrangements are enhanced by extensive use of content modules that are noteworthy both in terms of design and storytelling approaches.<\/p>\n

Exceptional storytelling captions take the place of traditional feature stories on most spreads. And, headlines are exceptional. Clever primary headlines, featuring a key emphasis word, pair with secondary headlines to provide catchy verbal packages that delivers specific information.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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The Clan<\/strong>, McLean HS, McLean, Va.
\nAllie Babyak, Grace Fabrycky, Karen Shedlock, Isabelle Wyerman, Anthony Capon, Christine O\u2019Donnell, editors
\nMeghan Percival, adviser<\/p>\n

It Starts
\n<\/em><\/strong>Innovative and contemporary theme development impressed the judges who commented on how the concept touches every aspect of The Clan<\/em> in a detailed and thoughtful way.<\/p>\n

The concept drives the format of the theme copy and captions. It also touches every spread with an \u201call coverage device\u201d which asks a question that links the content of the spread to the concept.<\/p>\n

Rather than traditional yearbook divisions, the theme inspired four unique and blended sections. Within theses sections, innovative \u201cinterrupter\u201d spreads change the pace and provide more theme-driven coverage.<\/p>\n

In addition to the innovative concept development, clever coverage and great photography were also specifically noted by the judges.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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Saga<\/strong>, Loudoun Valley HS, Purcellville, Va.
\nDanielle Anderson, Katie Weems, Francheska Molina, Parrish Alto, editors
\nMartha Akers, adviser<\/p>\n

So Many Stories
\n<\/em><\/strong>The Saga<\/em> editors surveyed the school community and learned that family, learning, social media, creativity and community were important to their readers. And as a result, coverage focused on these areas with each given an icon and a spread in the opening section. A whole-book coverage bar featured storytelling quotes focusing on each of these areas.<\/p>\n

As a special reader surprise, the Saga<\/em> is wrapped in a dust jacket that unfolds into a dramatic poster providing so many stories.<\/p>\n

The judges cited \u201cimpressive coverage from detail modules to awesome special features\u201d as trademarks of this Pacemaker winner. \u201cClean design lets the content pop off the page,\u201d they noted.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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The Apollo<\/strong>, Colonial Forge HS, Stafford, Va.
\nEmily Gingerich, Kennedy Buechner, Jeremy Hayward, Emily Bartenfelder, editors
\nTiffany Kopcak, adviser<\/p>\n

Simply Human
\n<\/em><\/strong>\u201cBold and innovative\u201d is how the judges described The Apollo<\/em>. The staff sought to capture the diversity of their school and to let people tell their own stories. Their success is obvious. Judges noted \u201cso many unique student voices throughout the book.\u201d<\/p>\n

The staff was inspired by the Humans of New York and National Geographic<\/em> magazine in creating their unique journalistic voice.<\/p>\n

\u201cCoverage dictates design as modules change per topic, yet they remain consistent in overall look,\u201d noted the judges.<\/p>\n

Trendsetting coverage results from six unique, in-depth sections presented in the first half of the book followed by traditional sports, people and clubs sections.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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Ursus<\/strong>, Granite Bay HS, Granite Bay, Calif.
\nAmbreen Siddiqui, editor
\nBernadette Cranmer, adviser<\/p>\n

This Book is About You
\n<\/em><\/strong>A bold concept that gave the Ursus<\/em> a strong personality, while greatly expanding student coverage, earned rave reviews from the Pacemaker judges.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe Ursus<\/em> is an exemplary example of theme development \u2013 both verbally and visually,\u201d the judges said. \u201cA whole-book folio bar on every spread profiles a student while featuring meaningful quotes from three others.\u201d<\/p>\n

Starting on the cover and continuing on every spread, statements were edited in bold, red handwriting to make them more personal. This combined with a traditional approach to typography, appropriate for a classic, 20th anniversary volume.<\/p>\n

Judges also referenced a variety of story formats with strong leads and great photography.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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Legend<\/strong>, William R. Boone HS, Orlando, Fla.
\nMatt Casler, Emma McClane, editors
\nRen\u00e9e Burke, adviser<\/p>\n

You Just Don\u2019t Know Us
\n<\/em><\/strong>Everyone has a story to tell and the Legend<\/em> used its theme as a platform to dig deeper and go beyond the school\u2019s identity to capture rich individual experiences. As a result, the judges were impressed with the yearbook\u2019s depth of coverage. \u201cSuper photos, strong reporting and engaging writing is unified with a strong theme, making this yearbook a Pacemaker,\u201d the judges noted.<\/p>\n

Without using traditional sections, content flows naturally through the Legend<\/em> with \u201cYou Need to Know\u201d profile spreads weaving personal stories throughout the collective coverage. As a reader service, the table of contents outlines the content by traditional content areas \u2013 student life, people, community, sports, clubs and academics.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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Panther<\/strong>, H.B. Plant HS, Tampa, Fla.
\nCarson Collins, Katie Martin, editors
\nChristina Porcelli, adviser<\/p>\n

Let\u2019s Get Real
\n<\/em><\/strong>Comprehensive reporting definitely got real when the Panther<\/em> implemented a chronological approach to coverage by dividing the book into monthly sections with most weeks receiving three spreads. And, the Pacemaker judges noticed.<\/p>\n

\u201cChronological organization gives this yearbook amazing coverage opportunities,\u201d the judging team noted. \u201cWell-designed modules on every spread cover a wide variety of modules.\u201d<\/p>\n

The concept also gives the Panther<\/em> a strong voice and introduces visual elements that are skillfully repeated throughout this yearbook\u2019s 522 pages.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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The Stampede<\/strong>, J.W. Mitchell HS, Trinity, Fla.
\nAlexa Rosenberg, editor
\nSusan McNulty, adviser<\/p>\n

You Know
\n<\/em><\/strong>In a year without major changes happening on campus, The Stampede<\/em> staff opted to focus on all the things that students may already know. Beginning on the cover, text wrapped from the front to the back, highlighting all the big and little things that define the school.<\/p>\n

The text bars across the cover and dividers make a powerful verbal\/visual connection for the readers.<\/p>\n

In addition to the text bars, the vertical photo design introduced on the front endsheet and on several theme spreads throughout the book add quotes above the photos to increase coverage.<\/p>\n

Judges noted the content of The Stampede <\/em>\u201coffered something for everyone\u201d and praised the yearbook\u2019s clean, classic design, strong coverage and dynamic headline presentations.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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Hauberk<\/strong>, Shawnee Mission East HS, Prairie Village, Kan.
\nAudrey Dickens, Becca Pfeifauf, editors
\nC. Dow Tate, adviser<\/p>\n

Movement
\n<\/em><\/strong>From lighter topics like fashion and social media to sensitive stories like sexual assault and drinking, the Pacemaker-winning Hauberk<\/em> defines 21st century yearbook journalism with its spectacular photography and reporting.<\/p>\n

\u201cA great photographic cover, with captions on the inside, instantly creates reader interest for the 532 pages of quality journalism that follows,\u201d noted the judges.<\/p>\n

The Hauberk<\/em> is organized with monthly sections followed by the portraits and group shots. In-depth features appear throughout the monthly chronology and 10 fascinating in-depth profile spreads break-up the portrait pages.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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Lair<\/strong>, Shawnee Mission Northwest HS, Shawnee, Kan.
\nJordan Arnold, Kaleigh Schreiber, editors
\nSusan Massy, adviser<\/p>\n

Yours Truly
\n<\/em><\/strong>The judging team couldn\u2019t say enough good things about the Pacemaker-winning Lair.<\/em> \u201cThe creative theme provides a strong look into the school year, highlighted by personal stories and dynamic photos,\u201d the judges said. \u201cWe love how typography plays such a significant role in the book\u2019s presentation.\u201d<\/p>\n

Content throughout the 400 pages is presented in a free-flowing arrangement without traditional sections or dividers. A detailed contents listing, with content outlined by traditional yearbook categories, helps readers locate specific topics.<\/p>\n

The Lair<\/em> makes trendsetting use of depth design in which some topics are presented in packages of two or three spreads.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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El Paisano<\/strong>, Westlake HS, Austin, Texas
\nJesse Olguin, Megan Rizzi, editors
\nCindy Todd, adviser<\/p>\n

Small Things
\n<\/em><\/strong>The judging team raved about the El Paisano<\/em>: \u201cStorytelling photos. Beautiful design. Strong copy. Engaging headlines. All of these combine to create an incredible yearbook.\u201d<\/p>\n

Divider spreads, featuring stunning full-spread bleed photos, make a powerful statement throughout the book, focusing on small things, but in a large dramatic way.<\/p>\n

Judges noted the yearbook\u2019s \u201cclean uncluttered\u201d design, placing emphasis on powerful dominant photos as a center of visual impact on each spread with secondary images and content modules as supporting content. Expanded and tight spacing are used effectively for packaging the content.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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Marksmen<\/strong>, St. Mark\u2019s School of Texas, Dallas, Texas
\nWill Diamond, editor
\nRay Westbrook, adviser<\/p>\n

Day In, Day Out.
\n<\/em><\/strong>\u201cSophisticated\u201d is a word the judges used frequently when discussing the Pacemaker-winning Marksmen.<\/em> Sophisticated typography, graphics and color usage set this book apart.<\/p>\n

\u201cLayers of coverage on uncluttered spreads give this sophisticated yearbook a clean \u2018look at me\u2019 vibe,\u201d noted the judging team. \u201cExemplary\u201d thematic development was also cited.<\/p>\n

Trendsetting, in-depth magazine packages appear five times throughout the Marksmen<\/em>. Each in-depth package features four pages, visually unified by similar design elements, color and the use of black-and-white images.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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Reata<\/strong>, Memorial HS, Houston, Texas
\nCaroline Jones, Aniston Hill, Emma Keller, editors
\nHolly Hartman, adviser<\/p>\n

Take Two
\n<\/em><\/strong>A change in the school schedule, involving taking two minutes from each class and one minute from each passing period, inspired a contemporary theme that uniquely fit the Reata<\/em>. The concept shaped the book\u2019s organization with two major sections \u2013 life and people and also inspired a quote presentation on the left corner of each spread.<\/p>\n

The two major sections were physically separated by a dazzling \u201cFrom Day One\u201d mini-magazine calendar insert in which the staff reported something significant for each of the 285 days of the academic year. While many of the daily reports were school focused, news and pop culture was also featured.<\/p>\n

In addition to the concept, judges observed noted that typographic selections gave the yearbook a strong visual voice.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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Odyssey<\/strong>, Chantilly HS, Chantilly, Va.
\nChristinae Ly, Kali Milazzo, Elise Mazzone, editors
\nMary Kay Downes, adviser<\/p>\n

All That Matters
\n<\/em><\/strong>\u201cA great cover leads the reader inside to a well-designed, well-written and photographically pleasing yearbook,\u201d the judges said in praising the Pacemaker-winning Odyssey. <\/em><\/p>\n

The Odyssey <\/em>editors wanted their yearbook to be inclusive, but took their coverage goal a step further. Rather than just being in the book, the editors set out to feature students in stories that mattered using \u201cWe All Matter\u201d as continuing coverage device that appears vertically or horizontally.<\/p>\n

Judges also noted the yearbook\u2019s outstanding headlines with size and color used to emphasize a key \u201cpop-out word.\u201d Headlines for secondary modules echo the design of the spread\u2019s main headline, only in miniature.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n

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Click here<\/a> for a list of 2016 NSPA Yearbook Pacemaker finalists.<\/em><\/p>\n

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