Okay, scratch that...

So this was a learning week for us, but I think we've got a workable Publication Cycle in place.  It may ultimately require some tweaking, but I think it's a great start.  See the link under Class Tools for future reference.  Some important things to note, there will be consequences for not meeting deadlines.  We are deadline driven so it only makes sense.  Keep on task.  Keep on writing.  We're making great strides.  I'm proud of you.  :)
Mrs. Sine

So the Work Begins...

Okay, so the week begins with prewriting and getting our thoughts about the next piece in order.  If we're going stick to our two week time frame for publishing, we'll be publishing again this week.  Stories that need more time will publish early next week.  As of now, we don't have any guest speakers, but that may change.  I'll keep you posted.  Here's the week in it's simplest form:  

Monday - Sub, Mr. Donelly
Tuesday - Pre-writing and lots of business
Wednesday - Photos and editing
Thursday - Editing and photos
Friday - Uploading

Remember to title your pieces lastname+section+title and get them in on time.

Ahh...Post Publication Bliss...or not!

Okay, so we met our first deadline.  Now what?  Well, now the work begins.  We've got to get a system in place for regular updates on the site. If it stays stagnant for too long, our readers will jump ship.  So here's this week's plan.

• Monday - Reflection: What did we learn from Round 1 that we can apply to Round 2?
• Story ideas & new assignment system ideas.
• Loose ends
• Tuesday - For Round 2 we'll be doing things a little differently. 
• New requirements
• Walk through edits
• Wednesday - Guest Speaker: Joe Young - SDABJ, The Daily Aztec, NBC 7/39, SWC Sun, Liberating Style magazine 
• Thursday - Next story assignments.
• Walk through new requirements
• Friday - Guest Speaker: Sam Hodgson - Photo Editor VSD

We've got lots to do!  Let's keep the ball rolling!

Under Pressure!

Here we are, at the precipice of a new beginning.  This time on Friday, we will be going LIVE as an online news publication - PointerNews.com!  This week will be a busy one.  We need to remember our CORE VALUES of Dedication * Communication * Respect * Teamwork * Patience this week especially.  Everybody needs to step it up a notch  so we can come in on time!  This is the week that will show everybody what you've got to offer, what you're made of and that they can count on you!  Don't let Pointer News down!  Let's do this!

• Monday - share second draft with section editors in class then share to Jack by 3pm
• Tuesday - finish final edits in class then share to Carley by 3pm & get photos for pieces
• Wednesday - final pieces for 1st edition to be shared to Mr. Becker & photos to be shot for pieces by 3pm & Guest Speaker, Janell Lewis, producer at NBC 7/39
• Thursday - upload approved pieces and photos
• Friday - finishing touches and launch!

Your asSINEment for this week is to GET YOUR PIECE READY TO PUBLISH!