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After the celebration
Anniversary publication
- Finalise writing/compilation of anniversary book/CD/DVD at least six weeks before publishing deadline.
- Finalise/incorporate foreword in publication/CD/DVD.
- Ask one/two persons to read through the final draft for editing purposes.
- Incorporate edits as appropriate.
- Submit final draft to printer/CD/DVD maker.
- Decide quantity to order for sale. Inquire from publisher if further run will be possible because of unanticipated demand.
Anniversary events
- Finalise preparations for anniversary day/fete.
- Complete time capsule arrangements. Finalise and document the location of time capsule. Order a plaque indicating placement/retrieval dates.
- Document elsewhere in school administrative records and school archives the exact location of the time capsule for later reference.
- Finalise location of historical display. Consider security.
Administration and public relations
- Advertise and display advance copies of anniversary book/CD/DVD when available to promote sales.
- Finalise a program of events for main celebration day/fete.
- Advertise program on school’s website/newsletter.
- Advertise program in local community.
- Continue media releases at local/regional/state levels.
- Finalise list of official guests/speakers and circulate.
- Finalise arrangements for dry/wet weather.
- Confirm equipment booking (eg dais, lectern, chairs) with supplier.
- Check with other schools about anniversary souvenirs. Place firm orders for souvenirs.
- Organise catering.
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Last updated: December 2008
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