Overview

Photo captions help tell the story behind each image in your yearbook. They provide context, identify people, and add personality to your pages. 

Tips for Writing Good Captions

1. Identify Who Is in the Photo

Start with the most important information: the people. Use full names on first reference when possible so families can easily recognize students.

2. Explain What’s Happening

Briefly describe the action or event. Keep it simple but informative.
Example: “The robotics team celebrates after completing their final challenge.”

3. Add a Time or Place (If Relevant)

Including when or where the photo was taken helps add context, especially for events that happen outside school or over multiple days.

4. Keep the Tone Natural and Clear

Use everyday language to keep the caption easy to read. Avoid long or overly formal sentences.

5. Use Present Tense

Captions usually sound more lively and immediate in present tense.
Example: “Students line up for the annual fun run.”

6. Avoid Assuming Emotions or Thoughts

Stick to what you can see. Avoid statements like “Maria is sad,” unless you know it’s accurate.

7. Double Check Spellings of Names

This is one of the most common places where errors happen. Confirm spelling to prevent mistakes in the printed book.

Caption Examples

Basic: “Mrs. Johnson leads her class during the morning reading circle.”

Action-Focused: “The varsity team races down the court during the third quarter.”

Event-Based: “Fifth graders enjoy a sunny afternoon at the year-end picnic.”

Where to Add Captions in EDONext

Right Click on the photo, hover over Quick Menu.

Select Info or Caption

Type your caption directly into the textbox.