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Capstone Project & Presentation 2019-2020

Semester One Capstone Project and Presentation due: Wed, January 29th, 2020 Semester Two Capstone Project and Presentation due: Spring 2020 (TBD) What is a Capstone Project? The BC Ministry of Education recently revamped the curriculum in all areas of study and for all grade levels. The purpose of the capstone project (also known as a culminating project or experience) is to give senior students an opportunity to showcase their passions, interests and/or abilities as a demonstration of what they have learned throughout their education and experiences both in and out-of-school. Students will be responsible for: proposing, designing, developing and assembling a capstone

• project. The capstone project will culminate in a small group presentation that will

include: your CLC teacher, a small group of your fellow students who will also be presenting their capstone projects, invited mentors, and community members. What could/should my Capstone Project be about? Your capstone project could (we prefer could over should), be an exploration that reflects your deepest interests, big questions, abilities, and/ or something you think the world needs. It could be related to service, learning, volunteerism, employment, fieldwork, entrepreneurship, etc... Your capstone could be a deeper look into what steps your future self needs to take in order to reach your career and life goals. This could also include how you hope your future self will positively impact the community/ world. Ultimately, it’s up to you to decide what would best represent what you are most connected to and spend the most time thinking about or experiencing. Components of the Capstone Project While the final project and presentation are integral elements of the capstone project, the process leading up to your final project are equally important and will be assessed as part your final capstone project.

Components of the Capstone Project (continued) Capstone Proposal Due Date: Sem 1 and 2 - Nov. 1, 2019 A statement that outlines what your purpose and intentions for this

• project. It should include your topic, a timeline for completion,

proposed format for your final presentation (eg: song, dance, presentation board, video, written work, something constructed). (maximum 250 words) Capstone Research Due Date: Sem 1 - Ongoing until Jan. 29, 2020 Sem 2 - Spring, 2020 (TBD) Your research should include questions that you want to explore in your topic of choice. Please include a list of resources that you have

• used. (Note: this includes, books, articles, web sites, interviews,

community agencies, organizations, etc...) Capstone Mentor Review Due Date: Sem 1 - Dec. 9, 2019 Sem 2 - Spring, 2020 (TBD) This is your project so you can choose your own mentors who can help guide you through this process. Mentors can be teachers, community members, family, etc...). You are expected to have your mentor review your work before you complete the final product. The feedback given by your mentor will be documented through a brief written reflection (maximum 250 words) or a group check-in with your CLC teacher. Capstone Mid-Project Peer Review Due Date: Sem 1 - Dec. 9, 2019 Sem 2 - Spring, 2020 (TBD) Your peers are an excellent asset to your project as they are working side by side with you. Please ask one of the peers in your group to review your project and to give you feedback on what you have completed to date. The feedback from your peer review will most likely help you successfully complete your project. Please document your peer reviewer’s anecdotal feedback in a brief written summary (maximum 250 words). Capstone Final Project Due Date: Sem 1 - Jan. 29, 2020 Sem 2 - Spring, 2020 (TBD) Your capstone project is the final “product” you intend to present. It can be in the form of a document, presentation board, video, performance or something you have constructed/made. Capstone Final Presentation Due Date: Sem 1 - Jan. 29, 2020 Sem 2 - Spring, 2020 (TBD) Your capstone presentation will be in front of a small group of your peers, teacher(s), invited guests and/or community members. Your presentation will be 7-10 minutes in length that includes a brief question period. It should be a snapshot of the purpose of your project, your process, and what you learned along the way. Capstone Self-Reflection Due Date: Sem 1 - Jan. 31, 2020 Sem 2 - Spring, 2020 (TBD) You will be asked to write a reflection about what you learned over the course of the capstone project and how this might help you move forward in your life, education and/or work (maximum 250 words).

Examples of Capstone Projects from Pilot Schools and Other Programs Preparing to do Something/ Take on a Challenge: recording a song; training to run a half marathon; improve study habits in a systematic way; improve your communication style; improve an important relationship with a friend or family member; take on an academic challenge; get a job; get involved in an important cause… Improving Knowledge or Understanding: research a topic that you have been interested in for a long time; gain a deeper understanding of your cultural heritage and/or family history; deepen your knowledge about a period of history and/or another culture… Bettering Oneself: design and initiate a self-care/ wellness plan; track and improve work habits, effort and/or time management; build your confidence and actively engage in positive self-talk; taking healthy risks; reading for pleasure and/or personal growth/betterment; engage in real-time socializing and reduce reliance on technology for social media… Become an Agent of Change: learn more about or join a specific cause, initiative or

• rganization that is working to improve conditions regarding: the environment, health,

living conditions, socio-economic challenges, the lives of children, the lives of the elderly, education, animals… Improve an Existing Skill: continue to develop your skill level in the world of fine arts and design; performing arts, language arts; speech arts; sports; computer science; foods and nutrition; other leisure activities…. Learn a New Skill: learn a new language; learn to cook a specific type of cuisine; learn to code; design an app; design a computer game; learn to knit; sew; design clothes; play a new instrument; rap; learn to sculpt; woodwork; metal work; macramé… Create Something: create an artwork, written work, film, speech arts; spoken word; song; dance; musical piece, theatrical piece; screenplay; app; blog; build a plane or model, a multi-course dinner, make an article of clothing…