1. Research – Writing - Presentation
Neshaminy High School
Graduation Project
Give out PA Career Guide copies
Research – Writing - Presentation

2. Why Do We Have A Graduation Project?
PA State Mandate – Chapter 5. Section 4.24
The purpose of the culminating project is to assure that students are:
able to apply, analyze, synthesize and evaluate information
communicate significant knowledge and understanding
Aligned with the district’s mission statement:
The Neshaminy Community empowers students to become productive citizens and lifelong learners.

3. A “Transition Plan” for the future
Graduation Project
A “Transition Plan” for the future
after Neshaminy
Three components
Research
Writing
Presentation

4. Research What are students doing after Neshaminy?
Career and School Research.
Follow directions online.
Helps students decide and prepare for
career/education path.

9. Writing Focuses on the future. Compare/contrast options.
Requires additional school/career research.
Follow the step by step directions and assessment rubric.

10. College/School/Military
Writing Choices
College/School/Military
Application
(common or school application)
Essay
Workforce
Cover letter
Resume
Basic Job application

11. Essay Choices
College essay based on specific school or Common Application requirements.
BCCC students write an essay comparing and contrasting 3 majors or 3 transfer schools.
Workforce/Military writes an essay that compares 3 career options (in the Military).

12. Presentation Microsoft PowerPoint or Google Slides
Must complete Research and
Writing before they present.
Students can present early.
Assessed using presentation
assessment scoring guide.
Based on state standards

13. Graduation Survey
Between May 1st and May 15 students will log on to NAVIANCE and complete an Exit survey about their future plans..
Goal is to provide data to future NHS students.
This will include:
Colleges accepted to
College/trade school choice
Career choice
Scholarships

14. Student Support ****Neshaminy School Website****
Graduation Project Office
Resource and English support
Large and small group meetings

15. Time Line for Class of 2015 Research Due (Approx.) Sept 29th 2015
Writing Due (Approx.) October 29th 2015
Presentations Due January 5th 2016
Students may present early at any time.
Students will be assigned a time/date that they will have to present.
Graduation Survey - May 1st-15th

16. ??Questions??