Capstone Presentations
Your Capstone PRESENTATION will be …
MORE A CONVERSATION than an interview,
MORE A DISCUSSION than a display of worksheets,
MORE A PRESENTATION ABOUT YOU AS A PERSON & A LEARNER
Demonstrating that you are ready for the next phase of your life after high school ends!
MORE A CONVERSATION than an interview,
MORE A DISCUSSION than a display of worksheets,
MORE A PRESENTATION ABOUT YOU AS A PERSON & A LEARNER
Demonstrating that you are ready for the next phase of your life after high school ends!
All grade 12 students must participate in a CAPSTONE PRESENTATION. The process for 2020-21 has yet to be determined. This will involve the student, at least one teacher and one community member. Typically, each presentation is also observed by a grade 11 student. The presentation itself is a formal style presentation / discussion. You are expected to arrive on time, dressed “interview style”. You will introduce yourself to the panel members (at least one teacher and one community member), shake hands, and then sit down at a table to present yourself and your plans, and discuss them with the panel.
Once students' assignments have been approved by your teacher, they will be eligible to sign up for their preferred interview time.
CAPSTONE PRESENTATIONS (approximately 15 minutes)
PART 1: PERSONAL INTRODUCTION (3~5 minutes)
Your CAPSTONE PRESENTATION will begin with your personal introduction. You are going to have somewhere around 3~5 minutes to talk about YOU ~ your accomplishments, passions, talents, goals, and strengths. Demonstrate reflective thought in your introduction: not just a list of your accomplishments but WHY they matter, not just your strengths but HOW did you develop them, not just your passions and goals but WHY you chose them. Use the Personal Introduction assignment page as a base, and build from there.
Remember, the focus is on personal accomplishments, strengths and goals, things that are important to you only. Your accomplishments will not necessarily look like anyone else's in content or in style. Maybe it's a copy of an interim, a report card, or a mark printout showing you completed a very tough class you were worried about passing. Maybe it's a copy of a test or assignment where you did very well for you. Think as broadly as you can about what you have achieved ~ and remember it's not a comparison to anyone else.
An accomplishment is anything you are proud of, or anything you didn’t think you could do but did.
Examples: awards, volunteering, good grades, an essay you are proud of, a project you created, art work, a website, a school team, overcoming difficulty, etc...
Students will find they are much more comfortable during the PERSONAL INTRODUCTION of the CAPSTONE PRESENTATION if they have evidence of their accomplishments such as photos, certificates, and newspaper clippings which they can show to the panel members. Students are welcome to bring any supporting materials they wish for their personal introductions.
PART 1: PERSONAL INTRODUCTION (3~5 minutes)
Your CAPSTONE PRESENTATION will begin with your personal introduction. You are going to have somewhere around 3~5 minutes to talk about YOU ~ your accomplishments, passions, talents, goals, and strengths. Demonstrate reflective thought in your introduction: not just a list of your accomplishments but WHY they matter, not just your strengths but HOW did you develop them, not just your passions and goals but WHY you chose them. Use the Personal Introduction assignment page as a base, and build from there.
Remember, the focus is on personal accomplishments, strengths and goals, things that are important to you only. Your accomplishments will not necessarily look like anyone else's in content or in style. Maybe it's a copy of an interim, a report card, or a mark printout showing you completed a very tough class you were worried about passing. Maybe it's a copy of a test or assignment where you did very well for you. Think as broadly as you can about what you have achieved ~ and remember it's not a comparison to anyone else.
An accomplishment is anything you are proud of, or anything you didn’t think you could do but did.
Examples: awards, volunteering, good grades, an essay you are proud of, a project you created, art work, a website, a school team, overcoming difficulty, etc...
Students will find they are much more comfortable during the PERSONAL INTRODUCTION of the CAPSTONE PRESENTATION if they have evidence of their accomplishments such as photos, certificates, and newspaper clippings which they can show to the panel members. Students are welcome to bring any supporting materials they wish for their personal introductions.
PART 2: DISCUSSION / CONVERSATION (10-12 minutes)
This section of the presentation will focus on two major areas: Education, Career & Life Plan & Attributes of a Learner. Students will discuss their future planning, including education, credential(s), employment, and costs, all reflective of their Education, Career & Life Plan Assignment. Students will also discuss their skills in relation to the SD No. 23 Attributes of a Learner, identifying their strongest attribute and the reasons why that particular attribute is their strength.
REMEMBER:
The individual CAREER TRANSITIONS ASSIGNMENTS are not the focus of your CAPSTONE PRESENTATION. The individual documents are not necessarily even opened during the CAPSTONE PRESENTATION! The presentation is not handing over a binder of worksheets and waiting quietly while the panel reads it. Students will bring the assignments with them to the presentation, but will leave them on the floor or off to the side. The CAPSTONE PRESENTATION is a group conversation ~ a discussion about you, your Education, Career & Life Plan.
If you choose to use technology or other specific equipment in your interview, IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO BRING WHAT YOU NEED TO THE PRESENTATION. (ie: laptop)
This section of the presentation will focus on two major areas: Education, Career & Life Plan & Attributes of a Learner. Students will discuss their future planning, including education, credential(s), employment, and costs, all reflective of their Education, Career & Life Plan Assignment. Students will also discuss their skills in relation to the SD No. 23 Attributes of a Learner, identifying their strongest attribute and the reasons why that particular attribute is their strength.
REMEMBER:
The individual CAREER TRANSITIONS ASSIGNMENTS are not the focus of your CAPSTONE PRESENTATION. The individual documents are not necessarily even opened during the CAPSTONE PRESENTATION! The presentation is not handing over a binder of worksheets and waiting quietly while the panel reads it. Students will bring the assignments with them to the presentation, but will leave them on the floor or off to the side. The CAPSTONE PRESENTATION is a group conversation ~ a discussion about you, your Education, Career & Life Plan.
If you choose to use technology or other specific equipment in your interview, IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO BRING WHAT YOU NEED TO THE PRESENTATION. (ie: laptop)
Use the CAPSTONE PRESENTATION GUIDE linked below for more detailed information about the CAPSTONE PRESENTATIONS and the discussion points for the conversation.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
Can I pick my interview time?
YES. Students will be provided with the most ideal time possible during the mandatory meetings as long as they are in good standing regarding the assignments of the course.
Can I interview on a different day?
Maybe. To be determined.
What if I have a conflict on that day?
Students are expected to make all the necessary arrangements to attend December 5th, 2019. This is a graduation requirement; students cannot graduate without it. However, if a student has an exceptional circumstance, he or she must see Mr. Dorf ASAP. Documentation and/or parent confirmation may be required.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
Can I pick my interview time?
YES. Students will be provided with the most ideal time possible during the mandatory meetings as long as they are in good standing regarding the assignments of the course.
Can I interview on a different day?
Maybe. To be determined.
What if I have a conflict on that day?
Students are expected to make all the necessary arrangements to attend December 5th, 2019. This is a graduation requirement; students cannot graduate without it. However, if a student has an exceptional circumstance, he or she must see Mr. Dorf ASAP. Documentation and/or parent confirmation may be required.