Timeline
Each senior is assigned to a class with an advisor - the class meets once per cycle.
The advisor’s primary role is to guide the senior through the following meetings and assignments.
Please note: The advisor has discretion as to when assignments are submitted within the window provided below (i.e. an Advisor could choose to have Assignments 3 and 4 submitted on March 2nd while another Advisor may choose to have students submit the same Assignments on March 11th).
By January 29, 2027 Introduction to the Senior Project
Seniors are introduced to the project by the senior project coordinator.
Assignment 1 given: What do I have to do to pass the senior project?
February 1 - February 10, 2027 Senior Project Expectations
First meeting with advisor
Complete and submit Assignment 1.
Expectations clarified where necessary.
Assignment 2 given: Researching Essential Questions and Mentors
February 15 - February 26, 2027 Essential Questions and Mentor Options
Meeting with advisor
Discussion of Assignment 2 – Researching Essential Questions and Mentors
Discuss how to find a mentor.
Complete and submit Assignment 2.
Assignment 3 given: Submitting Your Essential Question
Assignment 4 given: Submitting Parental Permission/Release for Participation
March 1 - March 12, 2027 Assignment 3, Assignment 4, and the Project Proposal
Meeting with advisor
Complete and Submit Assignment 3: Essential Question Form.
Complete and Submit Assignment 4: Parent/Guardian Permission Form.
Discussion of Developing a Project Proposal
Clarify role and expectations of Mentor.
Assignment 5 Review: Project Proposal
Assignment 6 Review: Mentor Agreement
March 15 - April 2, 2027 Final Expectations for the Senior Project – mentor, reflection, documentation and presentation
Meet with advisor
What to expect at Senior Project presentation
Other topics include Project Proposal, Mentor Agreement, reflection, documentation, and presentation.
Assignments 5-6: Questions and Clarifications
April 5 - April 16, 2027 Project Proposal and Relationship with Mentor
Meet with advisor
Submit Assignments 5 and 6 – Project Proposal and Mentor Agreement.
Discussion of expectations for the experiential phase, including what you will do for your 70 hours, the roles you and your Mentor will play in this experience, and how you feel about this upcoming experience.
April 19 - April 30, 2027 Expectations for the Experiential Phase
Meet with advisor for final time
Plan for meetings between advisor and student during the experiential phase
Review expectations for documentation and reflections
Establish time, date, location, resources, expectations for presentation; Review rubrics
Assignments 7, 8 and 9 discussed: Reflections, Final Presentation and Mentor Evaluation and Log Sheet
LAST DAY FOR SENIOR CLASSES - FRIDAY, MAY 7, 2027; EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING PHASE - MAY 4- MAY 22, 2026
June 1 - June 4, 2027 Final Presentation, Demonstration, or Performance
Make final presentation.
Submit Reflection Journal.
Submit completed Mentor Evaluation Form / Log Sheet to Advisor (you cannot graduate without this completed form.).
Return your computer to the tech center.