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2.  Incorporate your interests or career path  Something new, outside your comfort zone  Clear purpose with a measurable product or end result

3.  20 hours – OUTSIDE of school o No, you cannot count time spent working in study hall, graphic arts, wood shop …  Mentor: o At least 21 years of age o Not a relative o Expertise in your project’s nature  Documentation of ALL steps of the project

4.  Volunteer? – YES! There are many community organizations that could you use an extra set of hands to help out.  Do a fundraiser? – YES! – BUT it needs to raise a significant amount of money ($1,000 +). Local charities are recommended.  Use my job as my project? – NO.  Get paid for Graduation Project? – NO. Any money raised through a Grad. Project needs to be donated to a worthy charity

5.  At home  Within your neighborhood or community  In partnership with local organizations  NOT here – NO Seneca Valley facilities can be used for Grad Project No, you cannot use the gym at Haine, or the art gallery at the IHS, or the…

6.  Submit your project proposal – Due November 10  Conference with Mrs. Green, Mrs. Flanigan or Miss Smolter  Obtain approval  The date of approval is the first day you can start work on your project.

7.  One step at a time  Get organized  Follow your plan  Time manage  Be responsible