No adviser ever says, “I wish we included less.” But every year, schools look back and think: “We should have covered that.” “I can’t believe we didn’t document that.” “I wish we had asked students about that moment.” By late February, most books are well underway, which makes this the perfect time to pause and ask: Are we capturing everything that matters? Schools often regret not including these 5 things:

By late January, the yearbook season often hits a tough stretch. The excitement of the holidays has faded, winter break is over, deadlines are closer, and pages are piling up. Deadlines are looming, and both students and advisers may be feeling tired, overwhelmed, and lackluster compared to a few months ago.

The start of a new year brings a burst of possibilities. It’s a moment to turn the page, take a deep breath, and step into the months ahead with a fresh perspective.