Jericho School District Releases “Reconnecting: An Art Within Itself” Through the Canon Solutions America Future Authors Project
08 November 2023 - 3:00PM
Students at Jericho High School participated in a book signing on
October 24 in support of their work as part of the Future
Authors Project, a writing workshop supported by Canon Solutions
America, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Canon U.S.A., Inc. The
students garnered the experience of being published authors for
their book titled “Reconnecting: An Art Within Itself,” a
collection of their works based on the theme of reconnecting—with
childhood memories, favorite places, and the authors’ selves.
The Future Authors Project—first launched in the Jericho School
District in 2017—is an annual program that provides select high
school students an inside look into the writing process from idea
conception, drafting, and editing through to publication. As part
of the program, students used Canon imaging equipment during the
creative process to capture vivid photographs to accompany their
written work. The writings and photos of the students were combined
into the book, with each student earning a published author
credit.
Parents and district staff attended the official launch, where
participating students and teachers signed copies of the books
which were printed by Suffolk Printing using Canon
production print technology. Additionally, Christine Sedlacek,
senior director and general manager of Canon U.S.A., Inc.’s
corporate communications division, spoke to the students at the
event, congratulating them on seeing their hard work and dedication
come to fruition.
“I always enjoy reading the stories and seeing the creativity
and inspiration that goes into the students’ work,” Sedlacek said.
“There is incredible collaboration at work here—from the students
and faculty of Jericho High School, to the team at Suffolk
Printing, to the staff at Canon U.S.A. and Canon Solutions America.
We all come together in support of the Future Authors Project.”
“The Canon Solutions America Future Authors Project at Jericho
High School is an opportunity to amplify student voice and provide
a creative space for students to reconnect with why they love to
read and write,” said Dr. Daniel Salzman, curriculum associate for
English Language Arts at Jericho School District.
The four-day workshop, conducted June 26-29, helped students
sharpen their respective writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
In preparation for the program, a camera tutorial was conducted by
Canon earlier that month at the school to help students understand
the photography aspect of the book-making process. Drew MacCallum,
Canon’s senior manager of product planning, gave a detailed
presentation on the basics of using the Canon-provided Rebel SL2
for all students in attendance.
“This workshop was such a wonderful, unique opportunity to share
my writing and be vulnerable with peers and teachers, all outside
the confines of the typical school day,” said student Alison Tae.
“I truly feel like Canon Solutions America gave us the space to
write from our hearts and share beautiful stories. Overall, I’m so
grateful that I was able to spend a part of my summer doing what I
love with people I love.”
“Writing with my peers for four days was an amazing experience
and one that had me evaluate my writing in ways I hadn’t before,”
student Ren Tang said. “The whole environment was incredibly
supportive and one that I hope can be emulated elsewhere.”
Heather McGee, an English teacher at Jericho High School who
helps run the program, said Canon’s support provides special
experiences for all the participants.
“I cannot thank Canon Solutions America enough for this wondrous
opportunity; for me, those four days of earnest writing, summer
sunshine, and laughing, thoughtful teenagers were absolute magic,”
McGee said.
“This program is a terrific example of what high school students
can accomplish when they are provided with the right tools,” said
Peter P. Kowalczuk, president, Canon Solutions America. “Canon
Solutions America is so proud of every student who successfully
participated in this program and displayed their passion for
writing and creativity. We are delighted to continue supporting the
creative vision of these talented individuals.”
About Canon Solutions America, Inc.
Canon Solutions America, Inc. provides industry leading
enterprise, production, and large format printing solutions,
supported by exceptional professional service offerings. Canon
Solutions America, Inc. helps companies of all sizes discover ways
to improve sustainability, increase efficiency, and control costs
in conjunction with high volume, continuous feed, digital and
traditional printing, and document management solutions. A wholly
owned subsidiary of Canon U.S.A., Inc., Canon Solutions America,
Inc. is headquartered in Melville, NY and has sales and service
locations across the U.S. For more information on Canon Solutions
America, please visit csa.canon.com.
Brian Bohl
Canon Solutions America
5164088214
bbohl@cusa.canon.com
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