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Discover how to design a successful graduation project that incorporates your interests and career aspirations while pushing your boundaries. Ensure your project has a clear purpose with measurable outcomes. Fulfill the minimum requirements of 20 hours of outside work, find a qualified mentor, and document every step of your process. Learn the dos and don’ts, including fundraising guidelines and project locations, to stay on track. Submit your proposal by November 10 and prepare to showcase your skills.
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How do I design a project? • Incorporate your interests or career path • Something new, outside your comfort zone • Clear purpose with a measurable product or end result
What are the minimum requirements? • 20 hours – OUTSIDE of school • No, you cannot count time spent working in study hall, graphic arts, wood shop … • Mentor: • At least 21 years of age • Not a relative • Expertise in your project’s nature • Documentation of ALL steps of the project
Can I… • Volunteer? – YES! There are many community organizations that could you use an extra set of hands to help out. • Do a fundraiser? – YES!– BUT it needs to raise a significant amount of money ($1,000 +). Local charities are recommended. • Use my job as my project? – NO. • Get paid for Graduation Project? – NO. Any money raised through a Grad. Project needs to be donated to a worthy charity
Where do I do my project? • At home • Within your neighborhood or community • In partnership with local organizations • NOT here – NO Seneca Valley facilities can be used for Grad Project • No, you cannot use the gym at Haine, or the art gallery at the IHS, or the…
When do I do my project? • Submit your project proposal – Due November 10 • Conference with Mrs. Green, Mrs. Flanigan or Miss Smolter • Obtain approval • The date of approval is the first day you can start work on your project.
How do I do my project? • One step at a time • Get organized • Follow your plan • Time manage • Be responsible