Yearbook is a class at Seymour High School taught, directed, and managed by Melissa Lake. Yearbook is where students learn to work together to design and capture “the moment”. Staff members work together to help make the Yearbook complete at year’s end through hard work, dedication and commitment. Each staff member has a different role, whether it be  conducting interviews, taking pictures, or designing pages on Walsworth.

The class is on White Days held during 6th block  from 10:07-11:41, with a staff that consists of 13 members. The course is offered to sophomores and upperclassmen exclusively. Each day is something new, since everyone has their own goal or objective to complete. Senior Editor Emmalynne Neal, an experienced staff member, says: “12 out of 10 stars, (Yearbook) is my favorite, of course!” Neal’s role is to make sure that everything is in order, that there are deadlines, and to act as a role model to the rest of the staff.

Teacher Melissa Lake feels the same way as Neal. Lake was actually surprised to become the Yearbook teacher, and was selected due to the other classes she taught. “It’s really enjoyable, but at times stressful. I love to be creative, always something new to offer, never the same topics, it’s fun.” She is driven by design which makes her passionate about yearbook.

Another aspect is the staff can use the school camera that is valued over $1,000 for after school events, mostly used for sporting events.  Junior Cheerleader Chloe Hatton  takes pride in SHS and feels that Yearbook is another way to represent her school pride. “I love Yearbook,” Hatton says, “it’s a place I put a lot into. I think it’s also opened my eyes to learning more. I’ve definitely improved.” Hatton considers herself a role model to the staff like Neal, and continues to become the best she can become.