About "A Portrait of PHS"
A Portrait of PHS is a storytelling initiative inspired by Brandon Stanton's Humans of New York, celebrating the people who make up our Pomperaug High School community. Through interviews and portraits, students will share authentic stories that “Connect, Empower, and Inspire,” while reflecting on the traits found in Region 15’s Portrait of a Learner.
Explore the tabs at the bottom of this website to learn more about Brandon Stanton and his interview and photography technique.
Interview someone whom you do not know very well or at all. Use the conversation starter questions and ask several follow-up questions to engage your interviewee and learn more about their “story.” Your conversation should be at least 10 minutes long.
Get verbal permission from your interviewee to submit their story
Complete the "Portrait of PHS: Story Submissions" Google Form, which requires you to either:
write a brief, compelling narrative (150-200 words) or
copy an inspirational/ empowering quote (in your interviewee's own words) that captures the essence of your conversation.
Upload a .jpg image of your interviewee
Frame your photo and narrative/ quote using the supplies in the Library Makerspace. We have purchased frames in the following sizes:
10 frames that are 8.5" x 11"
2 frames that are 10" x 12"
20 frames with a 11" x 14" (with matte 7.5" x 9.5" window)
1 frame that is 11" x 14" (with matte 5" x 7" window
3 frames with a 11" x 17" (with matte 8.5" x 14.5" window)
Additional frames are being acquired through donations. Check the Library to see what is available.
A new friend
Fame - your work and your interviewee’s story will be highlighted on our digital bulletin board, social media, and framed for display in a prominent place throughout the school.
1 hour of community service