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WelcomeI have created this website as a resource for the students, staff, and parents at BEHS. Like many things, it is an ongoing project that will be updated as need (and as time allows). My goal is to create a "one stop shop" for anything related to graphic arts and the yearbook. If you currently have a student taking one of my classes, I highly recommend that you keep up to date with the parent portal of Infinite Campus (IC). Any communications to you regarding missing assignments, attendance issues, or even great work will be sent to you via IC. I will also be posting any important documents (such as permission slips or course syllabi) there, so it should be a good resource for you. If you would like to log on to IC or need more information, please refer to this webpage. For students, the class blog (for photography and graphic com.) should be your first step once you get to your class page. My goal is to post class notes there as well as keep you up to date with any changes or problems that may arise. There are also various links of interest for each class. If you have any questions, comments, or concerns, please contact me via email. It is the easiest way to get in touch with me. Sincerely, About the Teacher
ContactMrs. Simmons 
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I started at BEHS in January 2006 as a long term
substitute for Graphic Arts. I graduated from the University of
Southern Maine in May of 2006 with a B.S. in Technology Education. I am
certified to teach both Technology Education and Computer Education. I
came to BEHS full-time in August 2006 after I was hired as the Graphic
Arts instructor. I became the co-advisor of the senior class
in the fall of 2007.
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Course Descriptions
Graphic Communications 1
Quarter; 0.5 Credits; Grades 9-12
Graphic Communications I is a class to help you manage, plan, design, prepare, and produce graphic messages. Various production methods are used to produce student designs including photo offset printing, use of a darkroom, and screen printing. Desktop publishing is introduced using software such as Appleworks, InDesign, and Photoshop Elements.
Graphic Communications 2
Quarter; 0.5 Credits; Grades 9-12
This class is a more advanced class for students interested in graphic communications. Students will be doing prepress work using tutorials from InDesign and Photoshop Elements software. The main emphasis is photo offset printing and students learn by completing individual and assigned projects. Advanced screen printing is covered in this class.
Photography
Quarter; 0.5 Credits (Fine Arts); Grades 9-12
This course covers black and white photography. The following are some of the topics covered: F-stops, depth of field, lenses, history and appreciation of photography, composition, film processing, use of a darkroom, and making enlargements from negatives. Students will use 35 mm SLR cameras in manual mode to take photographs. No point and shoot cameras may be used. Students will purchase film and photographic paper via a supply fee. Students will also be using a digital camera, Photoshop software, scanners, and color printers to produce pictures.
Yearbook
Semester; 1 Credit per Semester; Grades 9-12
Yearbook Production offers the opportunity to work with marketing and sales and graphic layout and design. The ultimate goal is to produce the up-coming year’s Highlander.
How to Order a YearbookIn 2009, 650 copies of the Highlander were preordered and we sold out completely of our extra books within an hour! The students said that it was the best yearbook ever. And 2010 promises to be even better! This year, it is very important to preorder your book. We will have very limited numbers of book available after distribution. However, the price will be higher if you buy one at that time. So get one now before it's too late!  Senior InformationSenior PhotosThe deadline for senior photos is October 14, 2009 at the senior class meeting. If you have not taken your photo yet, do it soon! Once it deadline hits, we won't be able to accept any late submissions. Senior photos can be submitted to Mrs. Provencher in the main office or to Mrs. Simmons in room 2. The minimum size is wallet or 2.5" by 3.5". All photos will be published as portrait style (as opposed to landscape). If you submit a landscape portrait, it will be cropped to fix your space. If you would like to submit your photo digitally, please email it to Mrs. Simmons as an attachment. Please put senior photo and your name in the subject. Digital photos should be taken with at least a 5.0 megapixel camera or be 600 dpi. Do not shrink your photo before emailing it! It will print the best if we resize it for you. Senior RecognitionEach year, the Highlander offers space in the yearbook for parents to give special recognition to their graduate. For the first time ever, the yearbook class has decided to offer it to every single senior. FOR FREE! The due date for all recognition ads is December 17, 2009. 
Upload Your Own Photos for the Yearbook
For the first time ever, we are turning to EVERYONE for their help with the yearbook. We want your photos! Whether you are a student, parent, or just a Scots fan, please share your photos with us. Just click on the banner above to go to our Image Share site. The window for uploading photos is from September 1st to December 19th. Disclaimer: Although we would love to include everyone's photos, space is at a premium and we will therefore not be able to guarantee that yours will be in the book. So chose your best shots and look for them in the book this spring! Business AdvertisingIf your business is interested in supporting the 2010 Bonny Eagle Highlander, please contact Mrs. Simmons. Our pricing starts at only $35 to be included in our popular candid bordered pages. To download a copy of our advertising sizes and prices, in PDF form, please click here. Completed advertising contacts, payment, or advertisements can be mailed to the following address: BEHS Yearbook |
