High School Project
The purpose of the project is to assure that the student is able to locate, apply, analyze, synthesize and evaluate information and communicate significant knowledge and understanding in one or more areas of concentrated study. This project is an opportunity for the student to work independently or cooperatively with others to demonstrate how the knowledge and skills gained can be used to create something of value in our society. It is expected that the student will use individual strengths and interests in choosing and carrying out this project.
Each student will be required to:
After deciding upon the project, the student should select an advisor from the professional staff to offer guidance to the student in preparing the prospectus, proceeding with the project, and preparing the presentation to the project review panel.
The student will request the participation of a member of the professional staff. If the professional staff member agrees to serve as the advisor, the student will obtain a contract that the student and the advisor will sign. Signed copies will be given to the advisor, the student’s guidance counselor, and placed in the student’s learning log.
If a student does not have an advisor by September 30 of their Junior year, the student will be assigned an advisor by the review project panel composed of Administration, Guidance, Librarian, and English Department.
The role of the advisor may include the following:
It is the responsibility of the student, not the role of the advisor, to fulfill the requirements of the project.
In addition to print and electronic media students are encouraged to consult with other professional staff members, business and community members, family members, government agencies, non-profit organizations, and other sources.
Two copies of the High School Project Prospectus form shall be completed and submitted to the guidance counselor by the end of the 1st semester of the junior year. One copy will be placed in the student’s record folder.
If the prospectus is not approved upon initial review of the Project Review Panel, the prospectus must be resubmitted.
Neither the school district, nor the advisor, nor the Project Review Panel accepts any liability. The student is free to seek sponsors to underwrite the estimated costs of the project. Any contributions to the project must be cited.
Each Project Review Panel shall be composed of Administration, Guidance, Librarian, and English Teacher. The panel will select a chairperson from among those assigned. Each Project Review Panel will review the prospectus of the students’ projects assigned to the panel.
The oral presentation to the Project Review Panel and general audience is to be 7-10 minutes in length. The student should state the purpose, describe the project, explain the steps, and discuss any problems encountered. The same information is to be included in a written report to be given to the Project Review Panel prior to the oral presentation. The written report is to include a learning log that adheres to documentation standards.
The list below contains sample topics that would be acceptable. This list is by no means exhaustive, but is intended as starting point for the generation of project ideas.
v Complete a study
v Build a garage, state set, etc.
v Restore or repair a car
v Prepare and present a gourmet meal
v Explore a career
v Complete an internship
v Research and construct a genealogical history; plan a drug-free festival
v Write and perform a theatrical production; prepare a personal portfolio of original works
The Senior Fair is to be a one day celebration of learning open to students, parents, faculty and the community.
HIGH SCHOOL PROJECT PROSPECTUS
STUDENT________________________________________________________________________________
PROJECT TITLE _________________________________________________________________________
PROJECT BEGINNING DATE ________________
PROJECT COMPLETION DATE_______________
PROJECT ADVISOR _____________________________________________________________________
(Use the back of form if necessary)
PROJECT GOALS:
*Chapter 4 Guidelines (refer to 5.202)
PROJECT ABSTRACT:
*Concepts
*Skills
*Resources
*Materials
*Estimated Costs:
*Personal Log or Diary
PROJECT TIMELINE/SCHEDULE:
PROJECT PROCEDURES: (includes organization, field experience, techniques, etc.)
PROJECT CULMINATING PRODUCT/PRESENTATION:
Advisor Signature Date
_____________________________________________ _______________
Student Signature Date
_____________________________________________ ________________
Parent Signature Date
_____________________________________________ _______________
Approved by Project Review Panel Date
HIGH SCHOOL PROJECT ASSESSMENT
STUDENT ______________________________________________________________________________
PROJECT BEGINNING DATE ________________
PROJECT COMPLETION DATE_______________
MILESTONES
A. Student Advisory Initial Consultation
B. Project Prospectus Submitted
C. Student Approval by Project Review Panel
D. Student/Advisor Consultations
E. Advisory Previews Final Project
F. Project Defense or Demonstration
G. Project Review Panel Evaluation
H. Acceptance
_____________________________________________ _________________
Student Signature Date
_____________________________________________ __________________
Advisor Signature Date
_____________________________________________ _____________________
Final Approval by Administration Date
Senior Project Information
Beginning with the class of 2005-2006 and going forward:
Prospectus due by April 1of current junior year
Revisions must be completed and approved by the end of the junior's current school year
Oral presentations will be held near the end of the 3rd Nine weeks during senior year allowing time for any make-ups before graduation.
Effective with the class of 2007 and beyond:
Senior projects will be graded using the following breakdown:
Prospectus 10 points
Research Paper 45 points
Oral presentation 45 points
Students will be able to meet with their advisor one day a month. An advisor day similar to the activity period schedule will be utilized to achieve this.
Please stop in the guidance office with any questions.