Week 1 Challenge

Your Week 1 Challenge

Create a "Welcome Back to School" or "Happy Friday" social media post using only shapes, text, and colors. No photos, no complex graphics—just pure design principles at work.

Focus on balance, contrast, and hierarchy—experiment with how elements are arranged on the page. Start simple: choose two contrasting colors, align everything to a clear grid, group related information together, and make your most important message the visual star.

Bonus: Include your school colors in creative ways to start building your school branding skills. Remember, design differs from art in that it has to have a purpose.

When you apply these principles consistently, even the simplest layouts will make your content pop and engage your students more effectively. Your classroom communications will go from overlooked to outstanding—all through the power of thoughtful design fundamentals.