Question 1

Handbook Instruction Guide

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STEP 1: Download the Handbook Template.

Download the Microsoft Word Handbook Template that matches your planner size: Handbook Template 8” x 10” or Handbook Template 5” x 8”. Our templates have pre-set margins, to ensure your content is placed perfectly on the page.

Note: If you don’t want to use the template and wish to set your own margins, carefully follow the directions on page 2 of this document.

STEP 2: Create your title page.

The first page of the Handbook Template is your title page. You might consider adding:

School name and logo
Address
Phone number
Web address
School year

If you want your school name/logo to shine through the cover window, place it inside the red oval on the template.

Need help? Watch the Inserting a Logo tutorial.

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STEP 3: Add content.

Start adding your content below the red oval or on page 2. Handbooks are a minimum of 8 pages and increase in 8-page increments.

Use unformatted text when pasting to maintain margin integrity. Keep all text and images within margins.

Content must be in greyscale. Ensure images are high resolution (300 dpi). Pixelated images will print pixelated.

Need ideas? Visit our Quick-Pick Pages and [Customizable Cale

Question 2

5” x 8” Custom Cover Instruction Guide

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STEP 1: Download your template(s).

Download the Adobe InDesign template that matches the custom cover(s) you are creating.

Front Cover Templates

Back Cover Templates

Outside Back 5" x 8"
Inside Back 5" x 8"

You may use other programs to create your custom cover; however, we are restricted to Adobe InDesign templates at this time. Please export your custom cover as a PDF before submitting it online.

If you do not want to use the template or would like to use a different program to create your cover, please pay close attention to the information in Step 2, to ensure your cover meets the required specifications for printing.

Note for Custom Back Covers: If you do not want to create a Custom Inside Back Cover, you may select a pre-designed Canada Map Inside Back Cover.

STEP 2: Create your cover.

As you create your cover, consider the following:

Safety Line (4” x 7.25”)

The Safety Line shows the outer edge of the safe image area. Art and text within the safety lines are far enough from the edges that they will not be affected by trimming, binding, or 3-hole punches. Art and text outside

Question 3

Material Submission Checklist

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Before submitting your materials, please go through the following list to ensure your submission is complete, accurate, and ready for print.

Have you used the correct templates for your planner size?
Are your margins correct, based on your planner size?
If you’ve ordered a front cover with a see-through, oval window, is your school name and/or logo in the red oval on your title page?
Have you double-checked your dates to ensure they reflect the current year and are accurate?
Are your page numbers displaying correctly (e.g., in the correct order or hidden)?
Is your handbook text black and are your images greyscaled? (Handbooks print black and white.)
Are your images high resolution and do not appear pixelated?
Have you proofread your content for spelling/grammar mistakes, typos, and accuracy?
Have you secured permission for any copyrighted material (content or images) included in your handbook?
Have you saved your file as a PDF?

Question 4

Semi-Custom Cover Instruction Guide

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STEP 1: Select your Semi-Custom Cover.

Review the Semi-Custom Cover templates available and make your selection.

STEP 2: Pick your colours.

You can pick two colours for your semi-custom covers: a first colour (the colour of school name and logo) and a second colour (an accent or supporting colour). View the Colour Chart on page 2 for your colour options.

The chart below shows samples of our semi-custom cover templates and lists the first and second colours in each sample.

| Tree of Wisdom | Scholar | Pattern | Modern | | ---- | | | | | | | 1st Colour: Green 576 | 1st Colour: Purple 526 | 1st Colour: Turquoise 321 | 1st Colour: Orange 144 | | 2nd Colour: Brown 731 | 2nd Colour: Cyan | 2nd Colour: Yellow 109 | 2nd Colour: Light Blue 291 | The School Focus semi-custom cover allows you to choose one accent colour, and add one custom photo.

School Focus semi-custom To help highlight the photo spa

Question 5

Ordering and Quotes

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How can I request a quote?

You can request a quote by filling out this form: Request a Quote.

How can I place an order for custom planners?

Visit Custom Student Planners and follow these steps:

Define your delivery date
Select your student handbook
Choose your front and back covers
Add optional tools and learning guides
Confirm your quantity (25+ required)

For 1–10 planners, please select standard stock planners.

How can I order record folders (cum file folders)?

You can order folders directly from our online store: Manitoba Cumulative Student Record Folder.

Can I customize the cover of the student planners?

Yes, for orders of 25 planners or more. See Custom Planners or request a quote.

I need student planners quickly. How soon can I receive them?

Place your order online today; it should ship within 2 business days and arrive next week. Pricing is visible in your cart based on quantity.

Can families order planners or is it only for schools?

We are happy to sell to families as well. Visit PiQ Online Store.

Question 6

8” x 10”  or 7” x 9” Custom Cover Instruction Guide

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STEP 1: Download your template(s).

Download the Adobe InDesign template that matches the custom cover(s) you are creating.

Front Cover Templates

Back Cover Templates

Outside Back 8" x 10"
Inside Back 8" x 10"

You may use other programs to create your custom cover; however, we are restricted to Adobe InDesign templates at this time. Please export your custom cover as a PDF before submitting it online.

If you do not want to use the template or would like to use a different program to create your cover, please pay close attention to the information in Step 2, to ensure your cover meets the required specifications for printing.

Note for Custom Back Covers: If you do not want to create a Custom Inside Back Cover, you may select a pre-designed Canada Map Inside Back Cover.

STEP 2: Create your cover.

As you create your cover, consider the following:

Safety Line (6.6875” x 9.25”)

The Safety Line shows the outer edge of the safe image area. Art and text within the safety lines are far enough from the edges that they will not be affected by trimming, binding, or 3-hole punches. Art and

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