Managing a class can be a difficult task to take for one person. Yearbook editors in chief, seniors Isabella Scothorn and Victoria Tu, rely on one another to guide their staff and produce the best yearbook possible.
Yearbook Advisor Stephanie Perluss believed it would be best for the yearbook staff to have two editors in chief instead of one this year in order to have a good balance of productivity and socialness. Together, Scothorn and Tu work together to stay organized, and lessen the pressure of being in charge of something that represents the school.
Scothorn has been a part of the yearbook staff for two years, this year taking the role of editor in chief. The yearbook class requires guidance and organization, so it’s important to ensure the right person is chosen to take on such an important position. Since Scothorn has always enjoyed being part of leadership classes and has a natural ability to guide others, taking on this major duty seemed just right for her.
“I’ve always loved being in leadership and being able to have this position like, I feel like sometimes I didn’t deserve it, but I feel like it’s helped me as a person and I’ve grown to be able to like, learn new things as I go and learn about myself as well. So I feel like it’s a really great opportunity,” said Scothorn.
Not only does such a valuable leadership position require responsibility, but a big part of it is the social skills needed to be able to communicate effectively with the staff.
Likewise to Scothorn, Tu joined yearbook last year and decided to continue her path in yearbook. To balance out Scothorn’s business and work skills, Tu’s personable skills allow for staffers, especially underclassmen, to feel comfortable with the environment and develop the same passion for it.
“So I think I take on the role of being more of a people person, Bella’s more of like business … she’s very like not bossy … we’re both on top of things but she’s always more of the person who’s like, ‘you have to get this done’ …she’s more vocal,” said Tu.
Perluss emphasizes how Tu reminds Scothorn and herself to give staff a break when recognizing if they seem stressed.
“Vicky has a great work ethic, but also recognizes her compassion goes farther. So she keeps Bella and I in check,” said Perluss.
Despite the fact that Scothorn and Tu both are editors in chief, they have distinct roles in the classroom. Their union of skills ensures their class is productive while also assisting underclassmen and newcomers.
Scothorn and Tu have not only impacted the yearbook staff but they also guided them and introduced them to this new atmosphere. Entering high school was intimidating for freshman Diana Ayala, but with Scothorn and Tu as the main leaders of the class, they have made this school year easier for her.
“They’re kind of like your guide and they make you feel really comfortable. And they really, they’re like really happy people … so that helps a lot. They’ve helped me meet a lot of new people in the class and outside of this class,” said Ayala.
Perluss had originally had Scothorn and Tu as her students since their English class sophomore year, so with time she began developing more trust in them and saw what they were truly capable of.
“Well, they’re wonderful. And then they’ve been my students since their sophomore year. So I felt like I knew them really well and trusted them with such a big job because they’ve just been like my trust in them had been growing since they were tenth graders and now two years later. They’re just kind of naturally meant for this position,” said Perluss.
Scothorn and Tu have dedicated their time and hard work to create a positive and hardworking environment in the yearbook to have the best final yearbook at the end of the year. Ultimately coming together to make sure they are doing their best to represent the whole school by the end of the year for students, staff and parents to look back on.
