1. Class of Advisory
3/2/16

2. Announcement!
You should have received your Presentation appointment slip today. ALL SENIORS are expected to present on March 24th.
If you have missing components/papers, IT IS OKAY!!! You can STILL present, and catch up during Spring Break, though you WILL receive an F for Senior Project on your report card for Marking Period 3 if any rubrics are not marked as Passing.
It is difficult to re-schedule if you do not present on 3/24. Make-up dates WILL NOT be to your advantage by any means. Please be prepared on March 24th.

3. March 2nd Advisory
Turn in your Reflection paper (1 copy) to your Advisory Teacher. Late copies should be turned in to Mrs. Sharkey in paper form (no s).
What is the Introduction?
Portfolio Review
Assembly

4. Introduction ½ page - titled as: Introduction
You may use, “I” in this component.
Clearly and effectively explains the selected project, why the topic and product were selected, and a brief statement that summarizes what was learned through completing the project (both research and product).
Keep this as a page SEPARATE from Research and Reflection.

5. The Introduction Rubric
Exceeds Standard (3)
Meets Standard (2)
Below Standard (1)
Ideas
Exceptionally clear, focused and well organized
Clear and somewhat focused but may benefit from more precision in organization
Unclear or significantly under developed, and/or too wordy, lacking precision.
Content
Clearly and effectively explains the selected project, why the topic and product were selected, and a brief statement that summarizes what was learned through completing the project (both research and product).
Clearly explains the selected project, and provides some explanation regarding why the topic and product were selected. Addresses what was learned through completing the project (both research and product), though may lack relevant support/details.
Provides a statement regarding the selection of the project (both topic and product), but does not provide a clear overview of the selected project.
Word Choice
Precise, carefully chosen words create strong, fresh, vivid images and meanings and are consistently representative of a high school senior.
Word choice is functional and appropriate, and there is some effort at carefully chosen words. Word choice is often representative of a high school senior.
Often inappropriate or unclear, imprecise word choice. Word choice is not representative of a high school senior.
Conventions
Exceptionally strong control of standard conventions of writing.
Control of most writing conventions; occasional errors do not interfere with understanding.
Frequent and/or significant errors may impede readability.

6. What belongs inside the portfolio?
Table of contents
Introduction to your project (1/2 page)
Topic approval form
Parent letter
Background research final copy (rubrics optional)
Resume
Experience Log (for Service & Creative only)
Reflection Paper
Any additional paperwork pertaining to your project.
For example, letters, photos, approval forms, etc.

7. If you are missing an item…
The Portfolio rubric takes each required section into consideration. If you turned in only 1 copy of a document, you will need to request a copy be made for your portfolio. If you can reprint from home, PLEASE DO SO.
This will take time, please be patient. Mrs. Sharkey has request forms for you in her classroom.

8. Experience Log
As you work on your project, update your experience log.
Service and Creative projects must complete this. It documents steps you go through during the process, from selecting your topic to completing your project.
Include photos, notes and signatures from interviews or service hours as appropriate.

9. You can make your own or download a copy from the senior project website to fill in.

10. Background Research
Include AT LEAST one clean copy of your paper in the Portfolio. If you have rubrics or rough drafts, you may include those as well.

11. Summary Reflection papers are due TODAY.
All late work should be turned in ASAP.
You should be organizing your Portfolio and finishing up the project between now and March 24th; Presentation day.
If you need copies of items for your portfolio, you can fill out a request sheet found in room A219.

12. Exit
Remember to use the SENIOR PROJECT section of as a resource!
ALL PowerPoints shown in Advisory can be found on the SP NEWS section of the website.
All Rubrics are found on the website as well. Go see HOW you will be graded if you have questions!