The Phoenix Capstone Project was introduced at the Senior Class Meeting on Friday January 17, 2025

Seniors, please contact Mrs. Marchante if you have any questions regarding the program. 

Sponsors, please contact Tiziana Marchante if you have any questions regarding your sponsorship responsibilities. 

Acknowledgements and Acceptable Use

The Phoenix Capstone team would like to graciously thank Ms. Kimberly Vegilante of Loudon Valley High School for providing the framework for this project and the contents of this handbook. 

Overview of Phoenix Capstone

Mission: The purpose of the Phoenix Capstone is to provide graduates of Rock Ridge with meaningful experiences, self-fulfillment, and opportunities for post-secondary success through civic engagement and career exploration.

Capstone Class of 2025 -  Guidelines

Overview of Phoenix Capstone

Mission: The purpose of the Phoenix Capstone is to provide graduates of Rock Ridge with meaningful experiences, self-fulfillment, and opportunities for post-secondary success through civic engagement and career exploration.

Summary: Students must follow the Schoology course to complete the Capstone eligibility forms. Students must complete a total of 50 hours at their host site from May 19th to June 6th.

Community service projects can range from hands-on experiences to administrative work. Career development opportunities can range from internships to job shadowing. Students have discretion in choosing their project as long as the project will provide an authentic experience. 

All participants are required to find a community sponsor for their project. The community sponsor should be an expert in the content field and a person who will be responsible for guiding students during their Capstone experience. The Phoenix Capstone Team must approve all Capstone experiences.

Alignments:

The Phoenix Capstone was designed using elements from the following entities:

• AmeriCorps National Civilian Community Corps

• Real World Projects: How do I Design relevant and engaging learning experiences? By Susie Bose

• Buck Institute for Education Project Based Learning

• Loudoun County Public Schools One to the World Initiative

• The George Washington University’s Teachers in Industry Project

• Loudoun County Public Schools and Rock Ridge High School Missions and Vision