Capstone

Grade 11   Spring Semester   1 Credit

Course Code: 1060

Prerequisite:  None.

Description:  The Capstone project is a graduation requirement for all students in Somers Public Schools. Juniors are permitted to take the Capstone course as an elective during the spring of their junior year.  The intent of a Capstone Project is to utilize, demonstrate, and expand on the knowledge and interdisciplinary skills acquired thus far in high school in a way that synthesizes real world perspective.  Through their exploration of new knowledge and expansion of their current knowledge, students will be able to propose a solution to an identified query or create a tangible product that demonstrates their passion.

At Somers High School, The Capstone Experience will provide juniors with the opportunity to explore an area of personal interest.  In order to demonstrate the 21st Century skills needed to succeed in an ever-changing global society, students will be required to plan, complete, and present a self-directed culminating project.  Under the guidance of a Capstone Advisor, students will focus on critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and communicating effectively.  

Depending on the student’s medium of choice, examples of possible Capstone Experience culminating projects might be:  a fundraising project, a creative project, a community service project, an internship or another advisor approved format.  Outside community involvement is also required.  A graded .5 credit will be given for course work and a Pass/Fail .5 credit will be given for the presentation of the final project.

Grade 12   Fall Semester   1 Credit

Course Code: 1050

Prerequisite:  None.

Description:  The senior Capstone project is a graduation requirement for all seniors at Somers Public Schools. The intent of a Capstone Project is to utilize, demonstrate, and expand on the knowledge and interdisciplinary skills acquired thus far in high school in a way that synthesizes real world perspective.  Through their exploration of new knowledge and expansion of their current knowledge, students will be able to propose a solution to an identified query or create a tangible product that demonstrates their passion.

At Somers High School, The Capstone Experience will provide students with the opportunity to explore an area of personal interest.  In order to demonstrate the 21st Century skills needed to succeed in an ever-changing global society, students will be required to plan, complete, and present a self-directed culminating project.  Under the guidance of a Capstone Advisor, students will focus on critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and communicating effectively.  

Depending on the student’s medium of choice, examples of possible Capstone Experience culminating projects might be:  a fundraising project, a creative project, a community service project, an internship or another advisor approved format.  Outside community involvement is also required.  A graded .5 credit will be given for course work and a Pass/Fail .5 credit will be given for the presentation of the final project.