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Rosman High
Graduation Project Handbook
Rosman High School 749 Pickens Hwy. Rosman, NC 28772 (828) 862-4284
http://www.transylvania.k12.nc.us/schools/rhs/rhsindex.htm
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Table of Contents
Timeline 3 Overview 4 Rosman High School Honor Code 5 Topic Selection 6 Letter of Intent 7 Format of Letter of Intent 8 Letter of Intent Review 9 Parental Permission Form 10 Anti-Plagiarism Tips 11 Commitment Poster 12 Commitment Poster Rubric 13 Description of Rubric 14 Research Paper Guidelines 15 Research Paper Overview 16 “YES” Test 18 Sample Title Page 19 Interview Guide 20 Interview Questions 22 Research Paper Self Evaluation 22 Paper Rubric 24 Project/Portfolio Guidelines 26 Mentor Information Letter 27 Mentor Consent Form 28 Mentor Verification Form 29 Mentor Final Project Verification 30 Project Self Evaluation 31 Portfolio Guidelines 33 Log/Journal Guidelines 35 Journal Examples 36 Pictorial Progress Example 38 Portfolio Self Evaluation 41 Portfolio Peer Evaluation 42 Project Rubric 43 Presentation Guidelines 44 Presentation Dress for Success Tips 45 Presentation Rubric 46 Acknowledgments 47
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Senior Project Timeline
2008-2009 Second Semester
1/21 Handbook to second semester Seniors 1/23 Letter/Timeline to parents/guardians 1/23-1/30 Brainstorming and Informal Library Research 2/5 Letter of Intent Due 2/5-2/6 Advisory Board Meeting 2/12 Signed Parent Consent form due 2/18 Commitment Poster Due 2/23-2/27 Formal Library Research 3/3 Mentor Consent Forms Due 3/4 Seven copies of Letter of Intent Due 3/5 Note Cards Due 3/6 Thesis Statement and Outline due (“rough draft”) 3/10 Final Thesis Statement and Outline Due 3/13 First Draft Due 3/20 First Draft Returned 3/22-3/28 Senior Trip 4/8 Second Draft Due 4/20 Second Draft Returned
4/30 Final Copy Due 5/5 Journal/Log Check 5/11- Presentation Practice in Class
5/12 Portfolios and Projects Due 5/19 Senior Project Boards 5/22 Celebration!
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Rosman High School Graduation Project Handbook
The GRADUATION PROJECT is a graduation requirement completed within English IV. It consists of four parts: Formal Research Paper Project Portfolio Presentation The Paper counts 40% of the final grade, the Project and Portfolio combine for 40%, and the Presentation is 20%. The combined average of these three will count 25% of the final grade in English IV.
General Overview *Letter of intent You will write a letter to your English teacher explaining what you intend to research, what you plan to complete as a project, and why this subject interests you. *Commitment Poster You will create a poster with text and graphics that illustrate your paper topic and proposed project. We will hang these signs in the school to show the rest of the students what the seniors are doing. *Working with a mentor You will find a person who is not a family member and who has work experience or other “expert” level qualifications in your research field. You will meet with this person at least five (5) times during the Graduation Project process. You will be responsible for locating and setting up appointments with this person. We hope that you will build a relationship with this person, so he or she can help you with your product and presentation. * Interview with an expert You will contact a person in the field of your research and interview him or her as one of the sources for your paper. This person may or may not be your mentor. This choice is up to you. *Research Paper You will complete an 8-10 page research paper on your approved topic. *The project You will work on a project that reflects the application of your research. You must spend at least eighteen (18) hours on this portion of your work, and you will be required to document all aspects of your work. The project should reflect your hard work, creativity, and newly developed knowledge. *The portfolio Throughout the semester, you will create a portfolio of your work. This portfolio documents all the work, time, and money that you put into your project through the course of this semester. The portfolio should reflect your “journey” through the process and document your work. The portfolio includes a journal and pictorial progress. *The presentations You will make two separate presentations at the end of this semester: one to your English class for practice, and one to the Senior Board, a panel of teachers, administrators, and community members who will grade your presentation.
(adapted from New Prairie High Senior Exit Project handbook)
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Rosman High School Honor Code Webster’s New World Dictionary, 3rd College Edition, states that to plagiarize is “to take ideas, writing, etc. from another person and pass them off as one’s own.” The submission of plagiarized material violates the established code of conduct at Rosman High School. Any Senior student who submits plagiarized material or material that is not his/her own will be subject to the following consequences:
• A grade of ZERO on the plagiarized work; • Possible expulsion from honorary organizations and student
government offices for one calendar year; and, • A one-day suspension.
Additionally, the student will be required to make up the time missed due to the suspension in the after-school program, where s/he will revise and correct the plagiarized material. The revised version will be submitted to the teacher within a time frame specified on the student’s return to school following suspension. The grade for the revised version will be averaged with the zero from the plagiarized version, and the average score will as recorded as the grade. I have been provided with the definition of plagiarism and a list of consequences for the submission of plagiarized material. I certify that my work is free of plagiarism. ___________________________________ ____/_____/_______
Student Signature
I have been provided with the definition of plagiarism and a list of consequences for Senior students who submit plagiarized material at Rosman High School. ___________________________________ ____/_____/_______ Parent Signature
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Topic Selection
You must have a learning s-t-r-e-t-c-h!
*You should choose a topic in which you are interested but not an expert. You should also choose a topic that you have not researched in the past. *Your topic should be specific enough to be unique, but broad enough to be reasonable. *Your research topic should be challenging both creatively and academically. *You should not choose a topic that involves expenses that you are not equipped to handle. *You should not choose a topic that would endanger yourself or others. *You should incorporate primary research. You will interview a person who has reputable and first-hand knowledge in your field. *You should choose a topic that is product and presentation friendly. *Your topic must be appropriate for that school environment. You will have to share your work with your class at the end of the semester, so all the phases of your project must be classroom appropriate. (adapted from New Prairie High School Senior Exit Project Handbook) Still unsure? Think about these questions:
� Within the next five years, what do you hope you have accomplished? � What things would you like to do better? � What do you wish you had more time to do? � What would you like to learn more about? � List experiences you wish you could have. � What is a profession you think about but have not seriously explored? � What is one thing that you think needs to be improved? � What is one hand-crafted item that you wish you could make? � What do you wish would happen in your life? � What goal have you avoided? � What do you complain about? � What would you like to get others to do? � What community group do you admire? � What can’t you do but would like to?
(adapted from Portsmouth High School Graduation Project handbook)
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Letter of Intent
*Use correct business letter format for block style (to be explained in class) *Type or word process. Please save your letter to your home directory. You will need to make corrections. *Format: Paragraph 1: Describe the general area of interest of the project. Explain why the topic was chosen and any prior knowledge of the topic. Paragraph 2: Discuss the specific focus of the research only and the ideas to be included. List some of the resources to be used. Paragraph 3: Begin with a transition sentence that states specifically what the project will be. Include who is involved, potential cost, and time estimated to complete project. Paragraph 4: Explain and define plagiarism and the importance of avoiding the act. Give the consequences of plagiarizing. *Topics will be reviewed and approved by the Graduation Project Advisory Board. *Seven copies of the letter must be turned in to the Project Coordinator. Keep an eighth copy for your Portfolio.
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Format of the Letter of Intent [Click on File, Page Setup, Margins. Make you top margin 2” and bottom, left, and right margins 1” each.] Street address City, state zip code (all words spelled out) Date (hit “enter” 4 times) Graduation Project Advisory Committee School Name School street address City, state zip code (all words spelled out) (hit “enter” twice) Dear Advisory Committee Members: (“enter” twice) Paragraph 1 Describe the general area of interest of the project. Explain why the topic was chosen and any prior knowledge of the topic (“enter” twice) Paragraph 2: (“enter” twice) : Discuss the specific focus of the research only and the ideas to be included. List some of the resources to be used. Paragraph 3: (“enter” twice) Begin with a transition sentence that states specifically what the project will be. Include who is involved, potential cost, and time estimated to complete project. Paragraph 4: : Explain and define plagiarism and the importance of avoiding the act. Give the consequences of plagiarizing. (“enter” twice) Sincerely, (“enter” four times) (Your signature, in black ink goes here!) Your typed name (exactly as you sign it) (adapted from New Prairie High School Senior Exit Project Handbook)
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Letter of Intent Review Student:_________________________________________________ Your Graduation Project proposal has been… __________Accepted Comments: __________Rejected Comments: __________Not there yet Reason: _____There is no apparent “Learning Stretch” for you in this project. _____This project closely resembles one that is already part of the high school curriculum and is a project that is already complete by many students. _____This proposal has elements which violate school district policies. _____This project has potentially dangerous elements. _____This project involves too much expense. _____Letter need editing and revision. _____Other: Comments: Rejected proposals have been reviewed by the Advisory Board. All decisions are final. (adapted from New Prairie High School Senior Exit Project Handbook)
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Rosman High School Graduation Project Parental Permission
_____________________________ ______________________________ Student Name School _____________________________ ______________________________ Graduation Project Senior Paper Topic I fully understand that the selection of the project is a decision made independently of the Transylvania County Board of Education and its employees. All consequences of the project choice, production, or experience rest solely on the student and parent. The parent and student agree and undertake to save and hold harmless the Transylvania County Board of Education and its employees from any and all claims for damage to person and/or property that may result from the Graduation Project topic choice. I hereby certify my approval for _______________________________ to participate in Student’s Name the Graduation Project he/she has chosen. ________________________________ Parent Signature
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Anti-Plagiarism Tips 1. Remember that there are two reasons to or for documentation, besides that your teacher told you to do so.
A. Someone has already gathered the information you are using and it is important to remember that they have worked harder gathering the information then you did looking it up. Give credit where credit is due. B. Also, it is possible that the author’s information is false or biased. If that is true, you will still want to give credit to the source. You do not wish to be blamed or quoted for another’s inaccuracies if you have not claimed them as your own by failing to document.
2. If your information is data, document it. This is true even if the fact is something you remember from somewhere. Find out where you heard it and check the accuracy. 3. Not all printed information is true. EXAMPLE-tabloids such as the National Enquirer, Star. Always double-check any questionable or controversial information.
4. It is best to use many sources. The more you use the less likely you are to use another author’s words. When you use more sources, you will have enough information to:
A. realize that each source gives different data; B. make comparisons and contrasts; C. make connections between different sources of information; and D. draw your own conclusions.
When you have less information or your information is based on only a few sources, you will have less to write and present. You will have to rely on the author. 5. By avoiding plagiarism, you will use higher level thinking skills. You must:
A. look up information (knowledge level) B. understand it (comprehension level) C. apply it to your topic (application level) D. analyze it- how does it compare to or connect with other information you have
(analysis level) E. put all information together to support your thesis (synthesis level) F. make judgments about the information you have gathered- is it true?
Accurate? Biased? (evaluation level) If you fail to use these thinking steps, you will most likely plagiarize your Graduation Project. (Adapted from Student Manual written by Osher, Chadwell, Summers, and Monier.)
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Commitment Poster
Requirements: Be colorful and descriptive Include topic title Student’s name in lower right hand corner of poster
Poster no smaller than 9” x 12” and no larger than 15” x 15”—poster board of proper size can be purchased in the Media Center for $0.50
Remember: This is everyone’s first impression of your Graduation Project. It will be displayed outside the Media Center for the whole school to see. You want to make sure that it is a good representation of the quality of your project. The focus of the sign is the project and what you will do. NOTES:
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Commitment Poster Rubric Name _____________________________________________________ Excellent=10 Above Average=8-9 Average=5-7 Unacceptable=0-4 See next page for a description of rubric categories. → Readability Excellent Above Average Average Unacceptable
Use of Color Excellent Above Average Average Unacceptable
Spelling and Grammar
Excellent Above Average Average Unacceptable
Relationship to Research
Excellent Above Average Average Unacceptable
Appropriate Size
Excellent Above Average Average Unacceptable
Visual appeal (from 6 ft.)
Excellent Above Average Average Unacceptable
Neatness Excellent Above Average Average Unacceptable
Contains required information
Excellent Above Average Average Unacceptable
Use of space Excellent Above Average Average Unacceptable
Creativity Excellent Above Average Average Unacceptable
Comments: Final Grade: ____________
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Description of Rubric
�� Readability: Be creative with your graphics, but make sure your fonts, word art, and positioning of the text do not make the text hard to read. �� Use of color: Make sure that you can see/read the text clearly. Do your pictures make a visual statement? �� Spelling and Grammar: You should have absolutely no errors on this sign! Grammar or spelling mistakes will make your sign unacceptable. �� Relationship to research: Are your pictures appropriate for your topic? �� Appropriate size: Poster no smaller than 9” x 12” and no larger than 15” x 15”—poster board of proper size can be purchased in the Media Center for $0.50 �� Visual appeal: Your sign must be appealing and readable from a distance of six (6) feet. Remember that your sign will be posted in the hall outside the Media Center. �� General neatness and skill level: Your sign should look like you spent some time on it. It should be visually appealing. �� Required information: Your sign must include your name, your paper topic, and your product. �� Use of space on the page: Your sign should fill up the page. Make use of the space available to you. �� Overall creativity: o Did you go out of your way to find interesting graphics? o Have you created a sign that stands out from your peers, either through the artwork or through your master of computer skills?
(adapted from New Prairie High School Graduation Project handbook)
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Research Paper Guidelines
Before you begin your research, think about these questions: 1. Describe your topic of interest. Do not just list a topic such as World War II. Be more specific and discuss the specific elements you would like to research. Keep in mind the length requirements for your paper. 2. What attracts you to this topic, or why did you choose this topic? 3. How much do you already know about the topic? 4. What do you hope to learn from this research?
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Research Paper Overview
I. Format Requirements
A. 8-10 pages minimum B. 12-point Times New Roman font size C. Double-spaced D. 1-inch margins all around (top, sides, bottom) E. MLA (Modern Language Association) format used throughout F. Graphics (pictures, charts, diagrams, etc.) inserted AFTER the body of the paper – these do NOT count toward your page requirement – place these or any other statistics in appendices.
II. Source Requirements
Minimum of five (5) sources quoted or cited in paper and listed in Works Cited Page 1. One source MUST be an interview that you conducted with an “expert” in the field (this can be your mentor).
2. Sources need to be from critical articles, journals specialized to the field, reputable newspapers, magazines and books or the internet, preferably authored websites with the endings: .org, .gov, .edu.
3. No General Encyclopedias of ANY KIND – including Wikipedia – NONE! (adapted from Portsmouth High School Graduation Project handbook)
III. Following the Steps
Typed rough drafts with notes and works cited page MUST be submitted to English teacher – it is recommended to submit it to your mentor as well.
Pagination: Number pages at top right hand corner beginning with second page
(example---Smith 2) Note Cards and Rough Drafts must be turned in with final copy. All drafts are due at the beginning of the class period on the due date. NO EXCEPTIONS. Make arrangements for it to be turned in if you will not be at school. *This website shows wonderful examples of MLA documentation: http://owl.english.purdue.edu/handouts/research/r_mla.html Before turning in any draft: *Follow “YES” Test. *Check paper rubric.
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IV. Important Reminders
If the first draft of the paper is not turned in on the due date, the paper will not be checked by the teacher until the second draft due date. The final copy along with all drafts and note cards will be sent to the graders. If the paper is not turned in, there will be no project or presentation. Since the research portion of your project is not completed if a paper is not written, there is no use in presenting. A paper must be completed. A note on saving using other computers: If you have Microsoft Office at home, it should transfer to school. But, to be sure, always save your document as a Rich Text Format (.rtf). This should allow you to use other word processing programs that you may have at home. Also, remember that disks fail very often. We suggest saving your paper to multiple places and using a flash drive. You are also welcome to email it to us if you cannot print at home. BUT, do not do this the day it is due. PLAN AHEAD!!!!
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“YES” Test
The “YES” Test is a student self-evaluation to be used at the completion of each draft of the research paper. Papers will be ready to be graded when all of the listed components are marked “YES”. If ANY item is marked “NO”, the paper will be returned. No further evaluation will take place until the “NO” error is corrected. YES NO ______ ______Paper typed ______ ______Thesis (Clear in information; present in conclusion) ______ ______Documentation follows MLA style ______ ______Information appropriately cited ______ ______Minimum of 5 sources (interviews, primary and secondary; no general reference encyclopedias) ______ ______Works Cited page in correct format ______ ______Paper written in third person ______ ______Minimum paper length met (2100-2700 words) ______ ______Correct overall format (first page, body, Works Cited) ______ ______All notes and related information turned in with paper (final draft
only) ______ ______I have made the corrections suggested by Mrs. Peeples or Mrs. Dotson.(2nd and final draft only) Comments: (Information adapted from Far West EDGE, Inc.)
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(8 spaces)
The Science of Flyfishing by
Adam Ashe
(16 spaces) A Research Paper Prepared
for Graduation Project
(16 spaces) English IV, Block Three
Rosman High School October 19, 1999
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The Interview Interview Guide
As part of the research for your paper, you will need to interview someone who is an expert in your topic area. We define an expert as an individual who either has made a career choice in your topic area or is an expert hobbyist. You may interview your mentor, or you may decide that you would rather interview someone else. This person will be considered a primary source of research information because he or she has first hand knowledge of your topic. !!YOU MAY NOT INTERVIEW A MEMBER OF YOUR IMMEDIATE FAMILY (father, mother, sister, brother, grandparent, aunt, uncle). You also cannot interview teenagers unless you have permission. Also, you are encouraged to interview someone other than your mentor. General Requirements 1. It is your responsibility to schedule and keep your appointment. 2. After you have completed the interview, you will choose at least five (5) questions that contain information that you may be able to use in your research paper. You will transcribe your expert’s responses to these five (5) questions (see formatting instructions on following pages). 3. You will send your expert a thank-you letter within two weeks after you have completed the interview. You need to make a copy of the letter and stamped envelope before mailing for your portfolio. Steps for Conducting the Interview STEP ONE: 1. Decide on a person whose profession or avocation is pertinent to your topic. 2. Contact the individual to be interviewed. (Initial contact may be done by telephone). Call, introduce yourself, explain why you are calling, and set up an appointment. Don’t just walk into the place of business. Your expert is probably a busy person. Be courteous by setting a meeting time that he or she selects as more convenient. Step Two: 1. Design at least ten (10) questions based on your research topic. 2. Arrive on time and dress appropriately for the interview. (Females should wear a dress or dress pants and blouse: males should wear dress pants {khaki pants} and a shirt with a tie.) 3. Introduce yourself to the person before the interview begins. ( Remember to begin with a handshake.) 4. Follow the lead of the interviewee and be able to ask spontaneous questions. 5. Be time conscious. End interview in a timely manner. 6. Conclude interview with verbal thank-you and a handshake.
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Listed below are pointers to help make the interview process easier. The student going to the interview well prepared is usually the one who gleans the most usable information.
Interview Questions
Listed below are pointers to help make the interview process easier. The student going to the interview well prepared is usually the one who gleans the most usable information. 1. The questions you ask in the interview should relate only to the topic of the research being conducted for the research paper. 2. The questions should not be ones for which there is only a “yes” or “no” answer. 3. Construct the questions in terms of “where,” “why,” “how,” or “to what extent.” 4. Use the outline for the research paper as a guide in creating the questions you use in the interview. • Construct a general question about the thesis of the paper. • Make a question from each of the Roman numerals in the outline. • Make a question from each of the major headings under each Roman numeral. 5. The number of questions you create will depend on the amount of time allotted for the actual interview. A good rule of thumb would be to have on hand ten (10) wellconstructed questions. 6. Type the questions with space between them to write the answers as the interviewee gives them. 7. Be prepared during the interview to “piggy back” additional questions to the ones you have already written prior to the interview. 8. You may want to tape record the interview for accuracy. If you do so, you must ask permission from the interviewee first. Digital voice recorders are available for checkout from the Media Center. 9. Be sure to include a typed copy of the interview questions in the portfolio
(Adapted from New Prairie High School Senior Exit Project handbook)
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Research Paper Self-Evaluation
Student Name: Topic of Research Paper: Title of Paper: Now that you have completed the research paper phase of Graduation Project, it is time to evaluate what you have done. Answer the questions that follow as thoroughly and clearly as you can. 1. List three interesting facts you learned through the research you did. a. b. c. 2. If you had the opportunity to write your paper on the same topic again: a. What changes would you make? b. What information would you definitely keep? 3. What was the biggest challenge you faced in completing the research on your topic? 4. To what extent were you able to incorporate in your research paper the information you received from your mentor interview? 5. To what extent was your mentor able to guide you in your research? Continue on to the next page…
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Research Paper Self-Evaluation (Cont’d.) 6. Where do you think in the future you may use the skills or information you developed and discovered while writing your paper? Comment on each of the following in your paper: Mechanics and Usage – was your grammar, punctuation, spelling, completeness of sentences, and agreement (s/v and p/a) excellent? What areas were you lacking? Content – how do your thesis, intro, paragraph development, unity (both purpose of paper and paragraphs) and conclusion measure up? Information Literacy – did you document properly, make a thorough search for materials, correctly format your works cited page, select materials that were appropriate and excellent, and did you use up-to-date sources? Personal Satisfaction – do you feel pride in your final paper? Do you think you really did have a personal learning stretch? Explain.
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Project and Portfolio Guidelines
*Three (minimum) contacts with outside mentor. (non-related adult) *Three (minimum) contacts with in school mentor. (non-related adult) *A signed Mentor Consent Form from each mentor. *A signed Mentor Verification Form from each mentor. *A letter from each mentor describing their role in the process. *Photographic record of progress. NO professionally made videos. Include dates and descriptions with each photo. For some projects, photos may not be appropriate because they do not show the work in progress. For example, if a project is based around writing, drafts may show “pictorial progress” instead. But, all portfolios must include a picture of the student and both mentors. *Eighteen minimum hours outside class work. *Log/journal documenting time, cost, task or activity. (20 entries minimum) *If you are building, constructing, or designing, you must include drawings or blueprints. *If your project is considered dangerous in any way (working with animals, working with machinery, etc), you must show proof of insurance. *Project due ONE WEEK before presentation. Projects are due at the beginning of class. NO EXCEPTIONS. When projects are turned in, projects are complete. No work will be done after the due date. *Travel time does not count toward project hours. *Hours spent toward research paper do not count towards project hours. *Portfolio does not count toward project hours. Please note that “Minimum” will earn you a satisfactory (equal to the grade C) amount of points. You are expected to go above and beyond to receive an excellent amount of points. As with the paper, if there is no project, there is no presentation. Since the presentation is based on the paper and the project, if one component is missing, there is no point in presenting. NOTES:
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Mentor Information Letter A copy will be given to you for your mentors
Dear Mentor: Rosman High School has adopted Graduation Project as part of its English 12 Curriculum. Each senior’s writing, speaking, thinking, problem solving, researching, organizational and time management skills will be showcased in this four-part process. These components include a research paper, a project that is in some way related to the research paper, a process portfolio, and an oral presentation. The final speech will be delivered to a team of judges and will constitute the senior’s final exam for English class. A successful Graduation Project involves parental, teacher and most crucially, mentor support, as well as student initiative and self-discipline. As a community member, you are being asked to serve as a student’s mentor for the project portion of her/his Graduation Project. As a mentor, you would be asked to fulfill the following requirements:
• Be a community member or business person who has an interest in working with high school students to further their knowledge of “real-world” experience
• Be at least 21 years of age and NOT related to the student • Have some expertise in the area of the student’s interest • Be willing to help the student with her/his research and product • Give information and instruction to the student • Provide guidance for the student • Give an interview; be a resource • Help the student identify the exact project that s/he plans to complete • Help the student push her/his limits and go beyond previous experience or skill
levels • Give support and encouragement • Be available to meet or communicate with student at least five times. • Confirm/verify the number of hours spent working on the product (minimum of
18) • Verify that the project was completed by the student
Keep this form for your records and return the consent form that your mentee will provide you with. If you have any questions or concerns please contact Sarah Justice at Rosman High School at 862-4284 or email [email protected]. Sincerely, Graduation Project Coordinators
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Rosman High School Graduation Project Mentor Consent Form
I have read the expectations for the Graduation Project mentors, and I am willing to aid __________________________ in the completion of his/her graduation project. I will meet with this student a minimum of five (5) times during the course of his/her project to advise and monitor progress. We will have our first meeting before he/she begins the hands-on or service related project to set a reasonable time schedule so that the project will be completed on time. At this initial conference, we will also schedule at least two future meetings with each other. I understand that the student may request additional meetings or contacts to request assistance. I also understand that immediate family members may NOT act as a primary mentor. Mentor’s Name (please print): ______________________________________ Mentor’s professional position: _____________________________________ I may be contacted at the following address and phone number: Address: _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ Email: _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ Phone: Work ____________________________ Home ________________________ Mentor’s signature: _______________________________________________ Date and time of next meeting: _____________________ Goals to be reached by student prior to next meeting: a. b. c. (adapted from Medford School District Graduation Project Handbook)
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Mentor Verification Form Keep this form with you for each meeting with your mentor. Fill it in after each meeting. Do not wait until the final due date to get signatures.
Date Time In Time Out Brief List of
Activities Mentor Signature
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Mentor’s Final Project Verification Student’s Name _____________________________________________________ Project Title ________________________________________________________ If more a space is needed, please use back or separate sheet of paper.
1. Total number of hours spent with mentor ________________________
2. What problems specifically did this student encounter and overcome?
3. What successes have you seen this student achieve?
4. After having worked with the student, please explain how you feel about the effort expended, and evaluate the final outcome or product. (feel free to use other side if more room is needed)
Mentor’s Name (please print) ______________________________________________ Signature ______________________________________________________________ Phone ____________________________ Date _______________________________ Please place in a sealed and signed envelope and return to the student or the Graduation Project coordinator. (adapted from Medford School District Graduation Project Handbook)
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Project Self-Evaluation
Name: _____________________________________________________________ Project Title: _______________________________________________________ In 25 words or less, describe the product that you completed for your Graduation Project: Date Project Began: Date Project Completed: Estimated Number of Hours spent on Project: Number of Mentor Contact Hours: Resources to Complete Project: Materials Used – People who provided assistance – Expenses – Evaluation of Project 1. Describe the time you felt the most satisfaction in the process of completing your project?
2. What positive comments have you heard about your project and from whom?
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3. Explain how completing the project has prepared you for next year as well as for future years? 4. Describe the problems you encountered in completing the project and how you solved them. 5. In what aspects does your project stand apart from those of your peers? 6. If given the opportunity to re-do your project, what changes/additions/subtractions would you make? 7. What did you learn about yourself (strengths, needs, etc.) through the completion of your project?
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Portfolio Guidelines
Before Seniors present at the Senior Boards, the judges will review the portfolios. These portfolios are an introduction to Graduation Project and a first impression. They provide a “road map” of the process and progress of the projects. Required items to be included in or with the portfolio: 1. Cover: Choose graphics, color, and fonts that illustrate your personality and goals for your senior research. Use word-processed letters. Include your name, your research, and your product. Make sure that your cover is colorful and professional looking; it will provide the first impression of your work. 2. Title page: Your title page should be your first page of the portfolio. It can be the same as your cover page. 3. Table of Contents: List in order the items within your portfolio and list their page numbers. 4. Letter of Intent: Correct your original and include it in your Portfolio. 5. Research paper: Include corrected copy with Outline and Works Cited page. 6. Journal: 20 journal entries minimum. The journal should reflect your journey through the process. Include time spent on project and any money for each entry. One journal entry per day. See examples on following pages. 7. Final Time Total and Cost with Receipts or Other Proofs of Purchase: Add together your hours and include a final time total. Compile a list of what you actually spent on your product. Include receipts to verify your expenses. Remember that how much you spend in no way affects your grade. 8. Pictorial Progress: Documentation of your project. All pictures need to include dates and descriptions. Be creative with your descriptions. See examples. A note about pictorial progress—in some situations, you may need to get permission to use certain pictures. If your pictures include other people (especially children) or sensitive matters (especially medical), you will need to ask permission to use those images. You will need to include written documentation of this in your portfolio.
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9. Mentor Consent Form 10. Mentor Verification Log: As you work on your product, you will need to record and document your experiences. Keep track of the exact times and descriptions (where, when, why, how, etc.) of your activities related to your product. Detail is important! You need to justify the minimum of 18 hours on your product. 11. Mentor Product Evaluation Form: in a sealed, signed envelope. 12. Interview : Include corrected copy 13. Thank you letters: Make copies of notes or letters before you send them 14. Self-evaluation 15. Acknowledgement page: This is your opportunity to thank those people who helped make your Graduation Project possible. 16. Speech Outline *Portfolios are due ONE WEEK prior to board presentations at the beginning of class. NO EXCEPTIONS.
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Log/Journal Guidelines
*Log/Journal must be Typed. *Include date, time, and cost with each entry. For example: January 6, 2005 9:30 am- 10:00 am 30 min Cost $0 *Describe actions and results. *Reflect on feelings, accomplishments, failures, etc. *Minimum of twenty separate entries that document twenty different work periods. Each day is counted as one work period even if you work two different times during the day. You may include your thoughts and feelings about the time spent on all aspects of the process (paper, speech, portfolio, etc), but only the time spent on the project should be documented. *Included with portfolio. * Examples are provided. Feel free to be creative but make sure to include the required elements. Please note that “Minimum” will earn you a satisfactory (equal to a grade of C) amount of points. You are expected to go above and beyond to receive an excellent amount of points. NOTES:
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This is a good example of pictorial progress because of the content of the captions and the focus of the pictures. The captions are letting the reader know exactly what actions were taking place. The focus of the picture was also great because it showed work in action. It would have been a great example if the student had typed the captions and
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Portfolio Self-Evaluation For YOUR OWN Portfolio
Reflecting on the active learning process is a key component to successful work. Take time to look through the portfolio and reflect on the learning process and stretch. Be thorough, write clearly, and use direct examples from your work. 1. When I look through my portfolio, I feel ____________________ because 2. I am most proud of 3. I am still not pleased with 4. Five things I learned during the completion of the portfolio were a. b. c. d. e. 5. One fact/observation I learned that surprised or fascinated me was 6. One thing I wish people would understand about my portfolio is 7. When I completed my portfolio, the top three skills I used were a. b. c. 8. The skill I am most improved in is ___________________________ and there is an example of that in 9. I improved on this skill by 10. If I were to thank two people for helping me to complete this portfolio, I would like to thank __________________________ because and ________________________ because 11. If I were to select one item to re-do, I would pick ____________________________ because 12. I would like people who view my portfolio to know (adapted from Portsmouth High School Graduation Project handbook)
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Portfolio Peer Evaluation
For you to do for YOUR PEER
Please answer the following completely and honestly. Hand in one copy to your teacher and one copy to the portfolio’s author. 1. How well did this person organize the contents of the portfolio? Is the table of contents accurate? Is there a logical sequence of items? Are there logical transitions between sections? 2. Comment on the creativity of the portfolio. Is the content original and fresh with respect to writing style, graphics, and layout? 3. How well did this person pay attention to editing, proofreading and neatness? List pages on which you found mechanical errors. Use post-it notes to help the author by marking her/his errors. 4. Is this portfolio reflective of a complete understanding and application of the topic of study? Why? 5. Choose one aspect that is very well done and describe it using specific references. 6. If this person had an opportunity to re-do the portfolio, what two suggestions would you offer? a. b.
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Rosman High School Graduation Project Project/Portfolio Rubric
Name________________________________________ Date ______________
Criteria in scoring of the project phase of the Graduation Project:
Evaluation Components Excellent Good Satisfactory Poor Unacceptable PORTFOLIO Neat and attractive—5 pts 5 4 3 2 1 Includes all required elements— 10 pts
10-9 8-7 6-5 4-3 2-1
A time log that documents the minimum required hours (18) for the project—5 pts
5 4 3 2 1
A descriptive journal that includes date, time and cost for each entry (20 entries minimum)—10 pts
10-9 8-7 6-5 4-3 2-1
Photographic records of project progress that includes dates and descriptions of the photos—10 pts
10-9 8-7 6-5 4-3 2-1
Documentation of contact (3 minimum) with in school mentor—5 pts
5 4 3 2 1
Documentation of contact (3 minimum) with out of school mentor—5 pts
5 4 3 2 1
PROJECT Project demonstrates a learning stretch for the student—20 pts
20-17 16-13 12-9 8-5 4-1
Evident connection between project and paper—10 pts
10-9 8-7 6-5 4-3 2-1
Evidence of careful workmanship in presenting a finished project—10 pts
10-9 8-7 6-5 4-3 2-1
Project is complete—5 pts 5 4 3 2 1 Project is neat and attractive— 5 pts
5 4 3 2 1
TOTAL POINTS
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Presentation Guidelines
*Total time is Fifteen minutes. *Formal presentation eight to ten minutes followed by judges’ questions. *DRESS: Appropriate Business Attire Men: Dress shirt, dress pants, dress shoes, tie (jacket optional) Women: Business suit (dress or pants), hose, closed toe shoes *Check presentation rubric. NOTES:
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Presentation “Dress for Success” Tips (Information was adapted from Gibbs College Workshops and Portsmouth High)
What is business appropriate dress?
For Men: • Dark (black, navy, grey) suit • White (or mild pastel) long sleeve, well-pressed shirt • Plain white full undershirt (not athletic style) • Professional lace-up dress shoes • Belt that matches shoes • Neatly trimmed facial hair • Neatly trimmed finger nails • Nicely styled hair • No earrings
For Women:
• Dark (black, navy, grey) suit with pants or knee-length skirt • Long-sleeved, solid color, well pressed blouse (minimum of two inches above
cleavage) • Closed-toe shoes in matching solid color with small/medium heels • Neutral hosiery • Manicured nails with light/natural nail polish • Nicely styled hair • Natural make-up • Limited jewelry
For Both:
• Simple clothes in quiet colors • One ring per hand • No dangling jewelry • Stay away from flashy faddish outfits • No visible piercings/tattoos • Minimal cologne/perfume (if any) • Well-groomed hair at all times • Dress shoes only • NO GUM!!!
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Rosman High School Graduation Project Presentation Evaluation
Name _________________________________ Date_____________________
Evaluation Components Excellent Good Satisfactory Unacceptable Contents Total pts. 25 23-25 20-22 17-19 0-16
• Demonstrates a relationship between research and the project
• Demonstrates expertise on the topic • The student shows strong understanding and
insight of his/her project
Organization of Presentation Total pts. 25 23-25 20-22 17-19 0-16 • Introduces and concludes the talk • Has prepared the presentation carefully • Show originality and creativity • Uses appropriate audiovisual equipment, etc.
Communication Skills Total pts. 15 14-15 12-13 10-11 0-9 • Speaks clearly (pitch, rate, volume,
enunciation, pronunciation) • Uses correct grammar • Uses appropriate diction • Uses proper body language (posture, eye
contact, gesture)
Project Description/Explanation Total pts. 20 19-20 16-18 14-15 0-13 • The presentation includes a clear statement of
the project purpose and provides specific supporting details and evidence of preparation and practice with a satisfying conclusion
• There is evidence of careful workmanship in presenting a finished project.
Time Management Total pts. 10 10 9 8 0-7 • Stays within the fifteen (15) minute time limit,
including time for questions
Personal Appearance Total pts. 5 5 4 3 0-2 • Dresses appropriately for the presentation
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Acknowledgements
Special thanks to Susan Clementson for her visionary genius in helping bring Graduation Project to Rosman High School, for her belief in all of us, and for her continued support in our efforts. And, special thanks to Susan Clementson, Sarah Prestwood Justice, and Linda Peeples for their contributions to the development and writing of the Graduation Project Handbook for Rosman High School. Revised August 2008
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