1. Graduation Project Essentials

2. 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

3. 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

4. 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 ($500 +). 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

5. 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…

6. When do I do my project? Submit your project proposal Obtain approval
Due April 26 to your English teacher
Obtain approval
Conference with a GP Coordinator
(Green, Plutnicki, McFeeley)
The date of approval is the first day you can start work on your project.

7. How do I do my project? One step at a time Get organized
Follow your plan
Time manage
Be responsible