Students can’t wait to see what’s inside the yearbook, and can spend hours discussing the memories contained in its pages. To make the memories extra special, develop a plan for how the yearbooks will be distributed. By weaving a special event into the distribution process, you'll create a tradition your students won't forget.

Yearbook Storage and Distribution Tips

• Store the yearbooks in a dry, clean and secure location.
• Choose a storage place that is within easy access to the distribution area so you won't have to move the yearbooks twice.
• Before distributing the yearbooks, inspect your entire shipment to verify the quantity you received matches the copies you've ordered.
• Organize and plan how the students will receive their yearbooks. Will yearbooks be distributed in classrooms, or alphabetically or by grade at a designated "pick-up" station? Will they be handed out at an autograph signing party, school dance, yearbook dedication ceremony or some other event?
• Give yourself a pat on the back. You've created history—and the kids are going to enjoy it for many years to come.

Yearbook Distribution Party Ideas

• Advertise the Event: Make sure that everyone knows about the distribution party well in advance. This will help with your yearbook sale.
• Entertainment: Wow the students of your school by bringing in entertainment (or ask staff members to participate in a humorous variety show). Games and prizes are another way to entertain the crowd.
• Food: Area businesses are often willing to donate snacks for your event. You can even sell food as a fundraiser for next year’s book. 
• Recognize Yearbook Staff: The distribution party is a perfect time to recognize those who contributed to your yearbook’s success. And it will get students to think about joining the staff next year.
• Sell Extra Copies: There are always students who forgot to buy yearbooks. If you receive extra copies in your yearbook shipment, this party is a great opportunity for last-chance sales.
• Develop a Party Theme: Brainstorm ideas, events, and activities influencing your school to create a special theme for a yearbook party.

If you have ideas that you would like to share with other schools, please send them to yearbooks@lifetouch.com