School Magazine - Preliminary Information

Things that should be included in a good school magazine

·       Pictures of the schools students (boy and girl to show equality)

·       Articles about interesting things that have happened within the school recently – trips, results

·       Catchy headings that make the articles appear more interesting

·       Interviews with staff and students of the school (e.g. with new teachers, new year 7s etc.)

·       Calendar of events/ important information

·       An eye-catching masthead (colours, logo)

·       It should look reasonably formal

·       Include only positive articles about the school

·       Colourful design – so it looks appealing

·       An interesting and suitable name

·       Book/ film reviews – would appeal to target audience, popular and current films as that is what the target audience would mostly like

How?

If all of the above were to be included, the magazine would appeal to the target audience of the school’s students and their parents. By having catchy headings and bright colours, the magazine will come across as more interesting and appealing.  Also, if the magazine still manages to look quite formal, parents will take it more seriously and understand that it will be informative. By including unique things like book and film reviews, the students will have something that specifically appeals to them.

Possible names

·       The Achiever

·       The Hummingbird (represents passion, motivation and independence) [http://foxloft.com/animal-totem-jewelry]

·       The CBA Times

Feature names

·       CBA Achieves Best Ever GCSE Results!!

·       Exclusive interview with [insert new teachers name here]