Senior Project Handbook 11-12

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Columbus High School Magnet

Senior ProjectHandbook

2011-2012

Principal: Judy Whitt

Magnet Program Coordinator: Janice Hudson

Senior Project Coordinator: Mandy Sayama

The mission of Columbus High School is to prepare students to

become well-rounded contributing members of society by

providing an academic, social and ethical environment, which

promotes success and leads to the desire for lifelong learning.


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table of contents

Page .. Information

4 .. Letter to Students

5 .. Frequently Asked Questions

8 .. Timeline for Completion

9 .. Getting Started

10 .. Possible Topics

11 .. Student & Mentor Responsibilities

12 .. Proposal Packet Instructions & forms

27 .. Phase 1

28 .. The Portfolio31 .. Learning Log & Calendar information

33 .. Sample Calendar

34 .. Sample Learning Log

35 .. Phase 2

36 .. Phase 3

37 .. Phase 4 & Boards Night

41 .. Forms

43 .. Calendar s & Learning Logs

109 .. Mentor Evaluation Rubrics


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Dear Student,

You have reached an important stage in your magnet experience here at CHS. It is time to begin

your Senior Project. I am often asked to explain the purpose of the Senior Project. I like to think

of it as a 4 year long time management assignment. The first 3 years you learn the skills

(research, writing, organization, presentation, and time management) and in your senior yearyou apply what you have learned. The Senior Project gives you the opportunity to choose an

area of study through which you will demonstrate the skills you have learned during your time

at CHS while learning something new.

During your junior year, you will select a topic and begin planning your project. Once you have

decided what you want to do, you will need to do some research to find out more about your

topic and what you might expect to learn in the process. You will also need to find a mentor to

guide you through the project. You will work with your mentor for twenty-five of the one

hundred hours required for the project. Your mentor will help you plan your experience using

the Proposal Packet. When your proposal has been approved, you will receive a Senior Project

Contract outlining your learning goals and specific requirements for your Senior Project. Senior

Project forms must be completed and returned to the coordinator, before you may begin work

on your project.

During your senior year you will present your progress on the Senior Project in four

presentations. You must also create a portfolio of your progress, as well as meet any

requirements stated in your contract. The portfolio is where you will keep the evidence of your

project. Your portfolio will be evaluated at each of the presentations. You will also write an

argumentative paper dealing with a controversial issue related to your field of study. This paper

is in MLA format and must be a minimum of 5 pages long.

The final stage of the Senior Project occurs during the spring semester (usually in April). It is at

this time you will present your final phase to members of the faculty and community at our

Senior Project Boards Night Presentation. In this presentation you will demonstrate to the

judges what you have accomplished in your area of study as well as demonstrate the skills

acquired through four years of study in the magnet program at CHS.

Although the task before you may seem overwhelming be assured that with planning,

dedication, time management and hard work, you will achieve success! You will be able to look

back on your project with a sense of pride in your accomplishments and yourself. I wish you an

enjoyable and memorable senior year.

Sincerely,

Mandy Sayama

Senior Project Coordinator


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Senior Project

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do we have to do a senior project?y Think of it as a 4 year long time management assignment. The first 3 years you learn the

skills (research, writing, organization, presentation, and time management) and in your

senior year you apply what you have learned.

y CHS is certified by the Senior Project Center.o Colleges & Universities know that a certified project meets certain criteria.

Therefore admissions officers understand the effort you have put into your

senior project, as opposed to one that is not certified.

y Your Senior Project should help you get accepted into the college of your dreams and

impress the scholarship committees.

o If you choose a topic that showcases your talents or helps to prepare you foryour major, you will be able to really talk yourself up in your essays and

interviews.

y This year we are encouraging you to choose a topic that has a service component.

o Service is the HOT TOPIC for colleges, universities, and scholarship committees.

They are looking for well-rounded students who have not only excelled in

academics, but also have found the time to reach out and help others.

o As competition for scholarships and admissions increases, you will be able to

make yourself shine above the other applicants by choosing a project with a

service component.

o

Giving back to your community will not only help others, it will help prepare youfor your future.

What are the requirements of the Senior Project?y At the beginning of your junior year, you will choose a topic and begin looking for a

mentor in that field.

y At the beginning of your junior year, you will complete the Proposal Packet and submit

it to the Senior Project Committee.

y If your proposal is approved, you will receive your contract in the spring.

y Your contract will explain what is required for your specific topic.

y During the summer between your junior and senior year, you are strongly encouragedto work on your senior project with your mentor.

o By the end of your project, you must complete at least 100 hours.

o 25 of those hours must be with a mentor.

y During your senior year, you will present your progress on the Senior Project in four

presentations or phases. Each phase is made up of three grades; your presentation

grade, your portfolio grade, and your product/performance grade.

o Expect to present phase 1 beginning August 22, 2011.


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o Phase 2 will begin October 17, 2011.

o Phase 3 will be presented January 9, 2012.

o Phase 4 will begin March 5, 2012.

y You will also write an argumentative paper dealing with a controversial issue in your

field of study. This paper, written in phase 2, must be in MLA format and must be a

minimum of 5 pages long.y You must also create a portfolio of your progress, as well as meet any requirements

stated in your contract.

y Spring term (usually in April) you will present your final phase to members of the faculty

and community at our Senior Project Boards night Presentation.

What is the easiest topic?y The easiest topic is a topic in which you are truly interested. Choosing a topic because

someone else thought it was easy usually does not work out to be the easiest one for

you.

y If your topic is not something that interests you, it will seem like work or a chore.

y However, if you choose something that interests you, the time seems to fly.

I have no idea what I should do. Where do I begin?y Please stop by and speak with our Senior Project Coordinator in room 316.

y She will work with you in selecting the topic that will be the best one for you.

How much does it cost?y Cost depends on the topic you choose.

y We STRONGLY encourage you to choose a topic with minimal costs.y You MUST discuss this aspect of your topic with your parents/guardians.

How do I find a mentor?y Find someone in our community who works as a professional or semi-professional in the

field you want to study. Contact them, explain the program, and ask if they will serve as

your mentor.

y Look for classes in the community that are offered in the subject you are doing. Many

times the teachers of those classes will agree to serve as your mentor.

y Network! Have your parents to ask their friends and coworkers if they know of someonewho might serve as your mentor.

y Ask a senior who is currently studying that topic.

y Mentors must be over 21 years old.

y You may not choose a relative.


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Organizing is what you do before you do something,so that when you do it, it is not all mixed up.

A.A. Milne

The following pages will guide you in the process of planning yourSenior Project.

Your Senior Project Proposal is the blue print by which you will build

your project!


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TIMELINE FOR COMPLETION OF SENIOR PROJECT

2011-2012

Junior year:

December 2010: Proposal Packets are Due. Date to beannounced

April 2011: Juniors will be notified if plans are approved

April 2011: Juniors will receive contracts which must be signed by

parents, students, and mentors. Keep a copy for your portfolio

and turn in a signed copy to the Senior Project Coordinator.

May 2011: Students must have an approved Senior Project on filewith the Senior Project Coordinator. Contracts must also be on

file. Classes will be offered after school for Building a Portfolio,

Documenting the Senior Project, etc.

Summer 2011: Students should begin work on their projects, organize

the portfolio, document all work on the calendar and learning logs, take

photos of progress, and record video evidence.

Senior year:

Fall 2011: Phase 1 presentations 8/22/2011

Phase 2 presentations 10/17/2011

Spring 2012: Phase 3 Presentations 1/9/2012

Phase 4 Presentations 3/5/2012

Boards Night 4/19/2012

NOTE: Each phase of the Senior Project must be completed on time.

Failure to meet the requirements at any level will result in grade

penalties. Students must meet all requirements to graduate from the

CHS Magnet.


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GETTING STARTED

STEP 1: Choosing a topic

y This is a decision you and your parents should make together.

y Look at the list of past topics on the next page to get ideas.

y Choose two or three topics that interest you and do a little research.

o Are there enough resources for you in Columbus?

o How much would it cost?

o

Could you find a mentor?y Discuss your findings with your parents and narrow it down to your final choice.

Step 2: The Proposal Packet (Proposal Packets will be collected in Homeroom Nov. 30 and Dec. 2)

o If you chose a topic that is not listed on the next page you will need to see Mrs.

Sayama in room 316 in order to make sure it is an acceptable project before you

complete the proposal packet. If you skip this step you run the risk of having your

proposal rejected in the spring and having to appear before the appeals

committee.

o If you chose a topic from the next page, your next step is to complete the Proposal

Packet.

y The Proposal:

o This should be a typed essay ofno more than 200 words. Please use MLA format

with your homeroom teachers name your classroom teacher. This essay should

contain the following:

What is your topic?

Why is this topic important to you?

What do you hope to learn from this process?

y Mentor Information Page

o Please have your potential mentor complete this page.

o All information is required.

y Parent Agreement

o Your parent/guardian must complete this page.o All information in required

y Student Commitment

o Complete this form.

o All information is required.

y Skills

o This page must be completed by you and your mentor.

o You should make an appointment to meet with your mentor and complete this

form.

o This should be a list of skills that you will learn while doing your project. They

should be broken down over the 4 phases. (Think of each 25 hours as a phase).o What will your final product/product be?

o Will you participate in any recitals or competitions?

y Budget

o This page must be completed by you and your mentor and signed by you, the

mentor, and your parent/guardian.

o Understand that this is an estimate and that your actual budget might change as

your project progresses.


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What are some possible topics?

The sky is the limit! A Senior Project should not be a canned topic that is generic to all. It should

be unique to you. Also, remember that it is ALWAYS a great idea to incorporate some sort of

community service into your project because that is what colleges are looking for. The following

is a list of topics that have been successful for seniors in the past. If your topic is not listed

below, please see Mrs. Sayama in room 316 to make sure it is an acceptable topic BEFORE the

proposal deadline.

Aerobic Instruction

Air Plane

Animation

Arabic

Archery

Architecture

AviationAuto restoration

Ballroom Dance

Book Writing

Boxing

Broadcasting

Carpentry

Computer/web design

Cooking

Costume/Fashion design

CrochetCycling

Dance/choreography

Decathlon

Drawing

Fencing

Fly Fishing

Golf

Graphic art

Interior design

Jewelry

LandscapingLearn a language

Learn a musical instrument

Learn a new sport

Marathon

Marksmanship

Martial arts

Masonry

Mosaics

Musical arrangementPainting

Parachuting

Pilots License

Pilot Instruction

Photography

Pottery

Quilting

Scuba

Service Projects

SewingSign language

Stained glass

Taxidermy

Teaching

Tennis

Theater

Tournament: Academic

Triathlon

Video production

Webpage design

Yoga


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Student & Mentor Responsibilities

Student Responsibilities:

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Secure an appropriate mentory Complete all required forms and agreements

y Be punctual for all mentor sessions

y Be punctual for all presentations

y Communicate with mentor and Humanities teacher as needed

y Complete 25 hours with your mentor

y Fulfill all elements of your contract

y Write a mentor thank you note before Phase 4

Mentor Qualifications and Responsibilities:

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Mentor must be a professional or semi-professional in the field.y Mentor must be at least 21 years of age.

y Mentor cannot be a family member or step-family member.

y Mentor advises and assists student in planning and developing the project.

y Mentor evaluates students progress, project, portfolio, and time management.

y Mentor signs and completes all evaluation forms.

y Mentor states on video the name of the student, total hours worked with the student

and amount of progress for each phase.

y Mentor contacts Humanities teacher (in a timely manner) to discuss any issues related

to the project or student performance.

INTEGRITY

All hours must be documented on the Senior Project Calendar and the corresponding

Learning Log.

The Learning Log must provide a detailed description of ALL hours documented on the

Senior Project Calendar.

Calendars that are missing signatures will not be accepted and those hours will NOT count.

ANY ATTEMPTTO FALSIFY HOURS OR FORGETHE SIGNATUREOF PARENTS OR MENTORS

WILL RESULTIN DISCIPLINARY ACTION AND THE HOURS IN QUESTION WILL NOT COUNT.

You are expected to complete the work on your project yourself. Having others complete

portions of your work, copying the work of others, plagiarism, cheating or

misrepresentation of any kind will result in penalties or disciplinary action.

Your CHS Integrity pledge also applies to the Senior Project.


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Plan Proposal Packet

Part 1: Essay

Write an essay of no more than 200 words using MLA format. The

heading should be MLA format using your homeroom teachers name

since you will not know who you will have for Humanities until your

senior year. You must keep a copy of this essay for your portfolio.

The essay should address the following questions:

y

What is your topic?

y Why is this topic important to you?

y What do you hope to learn from the Senior Project process?

Part 2: Forms

Complete the remainder of the Senior Project Packet. The forms for

these items are found on the following pages. Please make sure that allforms are complete and signed by you, parent, and mentor before they

are turned in. You must keep a copy of ALL parts of the Senior Project

Packet for your portfolio.

y Mentor Information Sheet

y Parent Agreement

y Student Commitment

y Skills listy Budget


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Mentor Information Sheet

Student Name_______________________________________________________

Project Category_____________________________________________________

HomeroomTeacher Name_______________________________________________________

Mentor Name________________________________________________________

Mentor Address_____________________________________________________

Mentor Phone Numbers_______________________________________________

Mentor EmailAddress____________________________________________________________

Mentor Qualifications:

Are you over age 21? ________________________________________________

Are you related in any way to this student? ______________________________

Are you willing to mentor this student for a minimum of 25 hours throughoutthe duration of the Senior Project? _____________________________________

What experience do you have in this project category?

___________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________

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____________________ ___________________Mentors signature Students Signature

___________________Parents Signature


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Parent Agreement

Student Name: _______________________________________________As the parent/guardian of a Senior at Columbus High School, I am aware theSenior Project is a requirement for graduation from the Columbus High Magnet.

Each component (paper, product/performance, portfolio, class presentations andSenior Boards Presentation) must be completed on time with a passing score inorder for my student to participate in graduation

As a SeniorProject, my student has chosen to: ___________________________I confirm that this is a new skill for my student.

I approve the mentor listed below and give my child permission to work with himor her for a minimum of 25 hours. I take full responsibility in the choice of thismentor and understand that CHS is in no way responsible for my choice ofmentor.

Mentor:______________________________________________________________

Mentors Phone #s ______________________________________________________

While I expect my child and his/her mentor to demonstrate reasonable precautionto avoid injury, I understand that neither the school district nor the mentor will beheld responsible financially or otherwise should an accident occur during mychilds participation in this activity.

In case of medical emergency:

Parent/Guardian Name: ______________________________________________

Phone #s: _________________________________________________________

Name of Insurance Carriers: __________________________________________

Other Info: ________________________________________________________

I authorize emergency treatment.

Signature:_________________________________________

Date: ____________________________________________

___________________ ___________________Parents Signature Students Signature


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Student Commitment

As a student I agree to the following responsibilities:

y Secure an appropriate mentor: At least 21 years of age Professional or semi-professional in the field Cannot be a family member or step-family member Will advise and assist in planning and development of the project

Will evaluate progress project, progress and time management(written evaluation and video evaluation)

Sign and complete all evaluation forms Contact Humanities teacher or SeniorProject Coordinator to

discuss any issues that may arise related to the project or studentperformance

y Complete all required forms and statements of commitment

y Comply with all financial terms and agreements with my mentor by paying for anylessons on time

y Be punctual for all mentor sessions

y Be punctual for all presentations

y Communicate with mentor, Humanities teacher and SeniorProject Coordinatoras needed

y Fulfill all elements of contract with my mentor

y Write a thank you note before Phase 4 to my mentor

I also agree to complete my SeniorProject paper, portfolio, product/performance,class presentations and Senior Boards Presentation. I understand that the SeniorProject is a requirement from the CHS Magnet and that failure to successfullycomplete the Senior Project will result in my not participating in graduation.

I will demonstrate reasonable precaution to avoid injury. I understand that neitherthe school district nor the mentor will be held responsible financially or otherwiseshould an accident occur during my participation in this activity.

I confirm that the topic that I have chosen is a new skill and that by giving falseinformation about my past experiences in this area will result in disciplinary action asit is a violation of the CHS integrity policy. I fully accept responsibility for my actionsand the responsibility of completing the SeniorProject. I will maintain honesty andintegrity throughout this experience and fully accept the consequences if I do notpass my SeniorProject.

I understand and agree to the CHS Magnet Code of Academic Integrity, and agreeto abide by all portions. I will not embarrass myself, family or school by actinginappropriately while participating in my SeniorProject on or off campus.

Printed Name: ___________________________________________

Signature: ______________________________________________

Date: __________________________________________________


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NAME:_____________________________________ HOMEROOM:___________________

TOPIC:__________________________________________

SKILLS LIST: To be completed by Student & Mentor

Phase 1: the first 25 hours of your project (5-7 hours with mentor)

What skills will you work on in phase 1?y ____________________________________________

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Phase 2: The next 25 hours of your project (minimum of6 additional mentor hours)

What skills will you work on in phase 2?

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NAME:_____________________________________ HOMEROOM:___________________

TOPIC:__________________________________________

Skills list continued

Phase 4: The last 25 hours of your project (minimum of6 additional mentor hours. At this

point your total hours must be a minimum of 100 with at least 25 of them with yourmentor)


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What will your final product/performance be for Boards Night?

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Music & Dance students must perform in Recitals. List 2 recitals that you could participate in;

give the date if possible.

1. ________________________________ 2. ________________________________

All Sports, Athletics, Marksmanship, and Martial Arts students must compete in two

competitions. List 2 possible competitions that you could participate in; give the dates if

possible.

1. ________________________________ 2. ________________________________




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NAME:_____________________________________ HOMEROOM:___________________

TOPIC:__________________________________________

BUDGET: To be completed by Student and Mentor

1. Does this topic require that I take classes? YES NO

If so, what is the cost of those classes?________________________________________________________________________

2. Please list the materials and supplies you will need for this project. All projects require

materials and supplies! This section must be completed.

Materials/Supplies

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Total for Materials/Supplies

Cost of materials/supplies (if you

already own the item please state

that.)

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3. Total ESTIMATED cost of the Senior Project: _________________________

I understand that this is only an estimated cost. The actual final cost of the project may be

more or less than this amount.




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Making Changes to your Proposal

If you make changes to your Proposal/Plan, you must submit a new proposal to the review

panel through the Senior Project Coordinator.

Making changes after Phase 1 greatly increases your risk of not completing your project phases

on time. Please remember that all requirements must be met at each phase of this project.

After phase 1, changes to your senior project may be allowed by the senior project committee

on a case by case basis.

You may make changes in the following areas by consulting with your Humanities teacher:

y Mentors (You must also notify Mrs. Sayama and complete a new Mentor information

form, as well as an updated contract.)

y Skills

y

Budget

Concerns should be addressed with your Humanities instructor, your parents, and your mentor.

Written changes must be documented in your portfolio with appropriate signatures and

comments as well as reflected in your learning log.


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THE FOLLOWING PAGES WILL GUIDE YOU THROUGH YOUR

PROJECT FROM THE CREATION OF YOUR PORTFOLIO TO

BOARDS NIGHT.


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Phase 1/Summer 2011

Create your portfolio.

Use the Portfolio Table of Contents to create your

portfolio in a 3 ring binder.

Items in your portfolio should be in the correct order,

organized, neat in appearance and complete.

Begin working on your project and counting hours.

Meet with your mentor.

Work on your portfolio.

Practice skills learned with mentor.

Document. Document. Document.

Document all hours on your calendar and log.

Be sure to get calendars signed by your mentor and

parents.

Take photographs and video to use as evidence.

You MUST have photographic and video evidence of hours. Make sure you document your hours over the summer!

Remember that your mentor will need to fill out the

written evaluation form for each phase & record the

Mentor Video Statement.

Meet your Humanities teacher.

Once school starts back, you will meet your Humanities

teacher.

You will receive rubrics and more information about

the Phase 1 presentation from your Humanities

Teacher.


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THEPORTFOLIO

What is the portfolio?

y The portfolio is your documentation of progress on your Senior Project.

o It will be evaluated at each phase and available for the judges to review on Boards Night.

o All evidence for your project will be recorded and documented in the portfolio.

y Set up the portfolio immediately.

What should be included in the portfolio?

y Table of Contents

o The front cover should be creatively decorated

o Title Page: MLA format (see sample)

o Proposal Packet

Proposal

All forms: Mentor Information, Parent Agreement, Student Commitment

o Contract

o Complete Mentor Evaluation form (with video)

o Signed and completed calendar

Make sure calendar days are filled out with specific activities & times (see samples)

Calendar reflects individual hours & mentor hours

o Project Learning Log must have a detailed entry for every entry on your calendar

o Photographs with appropriate dated and typed captions (a minimum of 10 for phase 1)

o Receipts, notes, certificates, video, additional evidence, etc.

If you have questions about how to build your portfolio, please contact Mrs. Sayama. Before school is out,

stop by room 316. During the summer you may reach her via email to set up an appointment.

[email protected]


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STEP-BY-STEP DIRECTIONS:

How to Create a Title Page for

Your Senior Project Portfolio

MLA Title Page Step-by-StepMargins should be set to 1 inch, Single Space

1.Press enter 5 times

2.Click on center alignment

3.Enter the Title of your Senior Project in all caps, bold font,

Arial, size 36. (Its okay to use another font/style).

4.

Press enter 9 times. Change your font size to size 12.5.Click on right alignment.

6.Type your name, press enter

7.Type your teachers name, press enter

8.Type the name of the course & Block # (Indicate Blue or

Orange Day & Period), press enter

9.Type the school year: 2010-2011

*You can add color or images if you want, but it is not required.

*This is a suggestedformat. You may use another Title Page

format, as long as it includes the basic information (Title of

Project, Your Name, Teacher, & Period)

*SEE EXAMPLE ON NEXT PAGE*


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GOURMET COOKING

John Doe

Teachers Name

Humanities-Block #

2010-2011


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Learning Log & Calendar

For each phase you will document the hours you have worked in the Learning

Log and on the Calendar.

Learning Logs and Calendars will be evaluated at each phase as part of the

portfolio.

What is a Learning Log?y The Learning Log is where you will record the date, time and a detailed description of the activity.

o It should state what exactly is done during that time and include at least one of the following:

New skills & techniques learned

Growth/successes

Problems encountered

challenges

y Any time that you work on your project must be documented in both the Log and on the Calendar.y For each month you should have detailed logs that describe the activities recorded on your calendar.

(Please see the sample Learning Log on the next page.)

y You must list the times for each entry, not the hours. Ex: 5:00 6:00 not 1hr.

y Your learning log should be placed in the portfolio behind the corresponding calendar.

What do I record on the Senior Project Calendar?y The calendar is where you record your hours for each month and keep track of total individual hours

and mentor hours.

y Calendars must be completed, signed and present in the portfolio at each phase. (Please see the

sample Senior Project Calendar that follows.)

What counts as hours for my project?y Any time that you spend directly working on your project or practicing skills related to the project.

y Any time that you spend working with your mentor on your project.

y Time spent working on your argumentative essay.

y Any recitals or performances that you participate in for your project.

y You may count no more than 10 hours for paperwork. This includes the research paper, working on

your portfolio, getting signatures and other paperwork.

y YOU MAY NOT COUNT THE FOLLOWING:

o Watching TV or online videoso Playing video games

o Listening to music on your iPod or on the radio

o Going to a concert

y If you are unsure if the hours will count you should clear it with your humanities teacher or the

Senior Project Coordinator.

o This is very important for students working on the project in the summer.

o If you are not sure, please email the Senior Project Coordinator. [email protected]


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1 2 3Piano lesson5:00-6:00With mentor

4 5Pr3:

7 8 9 10

Piano lesson5:00-6:00With mentor

11 12Pr3:

14 15Practice songs3:00 4:00

16 17Piano lesson5:00-6:00With mentor

18 19

21 22 23Practice songs3:00 4:00

24Piano lesson5:00-6:00With mentor

25 26

28 29 30

Monthly Hours: Cumulative Hours:

Mentor: _____________ Mentor: _____________

Individual: _____________ Individual: _____________

Total: _____________ Total: _____________

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Mentors Signatu

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Parents Signatur

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Students Signatu

4 hours 6 hours

5.5hours 8 hours

9.5 hours 13 hours

John Jon

Samantha Smith

Jane Doe


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Senior Project

Learning Log

DATE DESCRIPTION(detailed description of activity) TIME

Monday

6/3/10

Practiced songs from theory book andscales on my guitar.

Songs: Twinkle Twinkle Little star & GodBless America

3GOODEXAMPLE

4:45-6:00

1 hr. 15 min.

Wednesday6/5/10

Went to a concert. Listened to guitar

BAD

EXAMPLE

About an

hour

BAD

EXAMPLE

6/24/10

Today I observed and co-taught a lesson with my mentor to

a little boy named Sam. He is working on learning to read

music.

3GOODEXAMPLE

5:00-5:30

3GOODEXAMPLE

hr.

6/27/10 Worked on Senior Project

BADEXAMPLE

2 hrs.

BADEXAMPLE

Remember: For EVERY entry on yourcalendar, you MUST have a correspondingand detailed entry in your learning log!


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Phase 2

Keep your portfolio up to date.

Items in your portfolio should be in the correct order.

Record ALL evidence in your portfolio.

Add Research Paper Evidence to your Portfolio.

Continue working on your project and counting hours.


Continue working on your project.

Begin to show progress in your topic.

Time to do some research.

Phase 2 is the research phase.

You will work with your Humanities teachers in researching and writing your Argumentative

Research Paper.



Be sure to get calendars signed by your mentor and parents.


Remember that your mentor will need to fill outthe written evaluation form for each

phase & record the Mentor Video Statement.

Plan ahead.

Re-read your contract.

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Keep your portfolio up to date.

Items in your portfolio should be in the correct order.

Record ALL evidence in your portfolio.

Continue working on your project and counting hours.


Continue working on your project.

Begin to show progress in your topic.



Be sure to get calendars signed by your mentor and parents.


Remember that your mentor will need to fill out the written

evaluation form for each phase & record the Mentor Video

Statement.

Plan ahead.

Re-read your contract.

Make sure that you plan ahead in order to meet any special

requirements of your contract!

Working on your final product.

In phase 3 many of you will have performance requirements or

contests in your area of study.

Begin working on your final product and fulfilling the requirements

of your contract.

Proceed with CAUTION!

Phase 3 will fall between November and January.

You must plan carefully in order to make sure you can get enough

mentor hours because many people will travel out of town for the

holidays!


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Phase 4

This is it! Make sure you have recorded ALL evidence in your portfolio, all items

are labeled, that it is easy to read and neatly presented.

Put the finishing touches on your final product.

Make sure that you have met ALL elements of your contract.

Get your final product ready for your last classroom presentation.

This is your time to reflect on your journey and the outcome of your hard

work!

Boards NightAfter phase 4 you will have some time to perfect your presentation.

Take some time to really reflect on what you have accomplished and include that in

your presentation.

Work on your speech and make sure that you have everything ready for the big night.

Check, double check, and triple check your technology!

Make sure to arrive early so that you are ready when the judges are ready for you.

Present your project to the faculty and community and be proud of all that you have

accomplished!

GRADUATION!


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Senior ProjectPhase4 (Final Phase)

Review your Grading Rubric very carefully

Due: Mar. 16th (B) and Mar. 17th (O)

Your Contract must be complete 14-15 minute-presentation

Mentor Hours Required: 25+

Total Hours Required: 100+ (this includes the 25 mentor hours)

Photo Evidence: 10+ additional pictures (40+ pictures total)

Video Evidence: You must have video evidence of your work on the project that

demonstrates your proof of progress & provides a record of your senior project

from start to finish.

Video Evidence must be shown during your Presentation

Product or Performance: If your project required you to make a product of some

sort, you must bring in those products to show full completion of your contract.Show us the products that demonstrate your most advanced skill level. If you are

doing a performance-based project, you must perform the

piece/exercise/dance/etc. that demonstrates your highest level of achievement

(the most advanced skill level).

MentorVideo Evaluation (Your Mentor must state that this is the Phase 4

evaluation & the total number of hours he has worked with you so far)

Mentor Written Evaluations (You must have all evaluations from each Phase &

they must all be signed by your Mentor)

Make sure you have obtained all required Signatures on all of the required

forms/calendars/logs/evaluations/contracts/etc.

Portfolios must be complete & items must be in the order stated on the Grading

Rubric

If you have had changes to your Contract, those changes must be documented

in the Portfolio and signed by the proper individuals (see Teacher or Sr. Project

Coordinator for questions)

All students must check technology prior to their presentations (No tech checks

on the day of the presentation; No tech checks during Homeroom) TIP: SAVE your

files in multiple formats to prevent possible tech failures.

You will be required to have a PowerPoint Presentation (YourResearch Paper

Argument will be included) ANDAVISUALAID

YOU MUST SUBMITATYPED COPY OF YOUR FULL SPEECH (Hand a copy to yourteacher just before you go up to present) Penalty assessed for failure to have a

typed copy of the full speech on the day you present

Your Speech must be well-rehearsed & professional

Dress professionally (shoes & attire)


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Phase 4The Speech

*Each students speech will differ; however,

listed below are some key ingredients to include*

o Before you begin, introduce yourself to the judges (shake hands; state your name & your

project)

o *If you are performingprovide a program (a printed leaflet) that lists the pieces you

will be playing *Similarly, chefs will provide a menu that includes name of thedish/ingredients, etc.

o Begin your speech with an engaging opening (an anecdote; a rhetorical question; an

attention-getting fact from your research; an interesting image; a quote)

o Give an overview of what your presentation will include

o Tell the Judges why you chose this project; What you hoped to accomplish from the outset;

What you hoped to learn/experience; etc.

o DiscussMentor Information (His/her expertise in the field; how you met him; why you chose her;

etc.)

o Go over yourContract Requirements (should all be on a single slide in your PowerPoint)

Provide details such as dates & locations for each recital/reception/tournament/etc.

o Briefly discuss yourThesis Statementwhat were you arguing in your paper; who was the

audience; what were your 3 main points; what counterargument did you present; what did

you learn about this topic as a result of your research (TIP: do not mention whether you failedor passed or had to go to the writing lab)

o Recap your journey to completion (This could be done by recapping the achievements &

challenges from each Phase; orYou may want to discuss achievements & challenges with

each product/performance/competition) Whatever you decide, make sure it is logically

organizedchronologicallyand shows an advancement from beginner level skills to the

most advanced. Along the way, you will be restating how these individual accomplishments

have led you to this final phase of Contract Completion.

Here are ways you can do this:

o Show video evidence (Tip: Instructional videos can be running throughout the

presentation on anotherTV Monitor)

o Show Visual Aids (Certificates, Books, Recipes, Guides, Evidence of Courses taken,

Pictures fromR

ecitals; Completed products; 2D

& 3D

models; Graphs/Charts; MattedPhotos; CD Cover; Cookbook; Portfolio; Book(Novel); Student created-lesson

plans/training guides)

o Discuss in detail yourMentorCollaboration; Tell the judges how your mentor has guided

you along each phase or each task/achievement

o Perform your most advanced-level pieces; Tell how/why this demonstrates your highest

level of achievement

o Tie it all togetherHere are ways you can do this:

o CONTRACT COMPLETIONRemind Judges that you satisfied your Contract

o REFLECTIONDid you accomplish the goals you made for yourself from the beginning?

Have you learned a new skill that you will carry with you beyond high school? Did you

overcome challenges you didnt think possible? What have you learned about yourself

as a result of Senior Project?

o Develop aMEMORABLE CONCLUSIONDont say Thats it or Thats my seniorproject Circle back to your Introduction

o Remember to Thank the Judges, your Mentor, parents, & teachers

Still have questions? See your Humanities Teacher.


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FORMSCalendar

Learning Log

Mentor Evaluation & Video Statement

Phase 1 rubric

All forms may also be printed from the school website.

ohttp://www.columbushighga.org/senior_project.htm


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Mentor: _____________ Mentor: _____________


Total: _____________ Total: _____________

_________________

Mentors Signature

_________________

Parents Signature

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Students Signature


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COLUMBUS HIGH SCHOOLSENIOR PROJECT

MENTOR EVALUATION

Students Name_________________________________

Students Project________________________________

Humanities Teachers Name______________________

Please circle the appropriate phase: 1 2 3 4

Mentor: Please circle the points for each category.

Points 18 12 6 0

AttendanceAttends allmeetings /classes/ sessions

Attends mostmeetings /classes/ sessions

Attends fewmeetings /classes/ sessions

Attends nomeetings /classes/ sessions

AttireAlways wearsappropriate attire

Usually wearsappropriate attire

Rarely wearsappropriate attire

Never wearsappropriate attire

Initiative

Demonstrates ahigh level ofenthusiasmduringmeetings/classes/sessions

Demonstrates anaverage level ofenthusiasmduringmeetings/classes/sessions

Demonstrates abelow averagelevel ofenthusiasmduringmeetings/classes/sessions

Demonstrates noenthusiasm duringmeetings /classes/ sessions

Skill level

Skill level isabove averagefor someone withthe students

experience.

Skill level isappropriate forsomeone with thestudents

experience.

Skill level isbelow average forsomeone with thestudents

experience.

No skills areevident.

Progress

Student hasshown aboveaverage progresssince the lastevaluation (seetimetable).

Student hasshown averageprogress sincethe lastevaluation (seetimetable).

Student hasshown belowaverage progresssince the lastevaluation (seetimetable).

Student has shownno progress sincethe last evaluation(see timetable).

Total Hours Worked with Mentor:______________________(10 points)

Mentors Signature__________________________________

Comments:_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

MENTOR VIDEO STATEMENT: (This may be recorded by video camera or on your phone)

Today is ________________. My name is ________________ and I am mentoring_____________. I have mentored ____________ for ___________ hours and his/her progress todate has been _____________.

(Todays Date) (Mentors name)

(Students name) (Students name) (# of hours)

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Students Name_________________________________





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Initiative





Skill level


experience.


experience.


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Progress







Comments:_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________





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Skill level


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Progress







Comments:_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________





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