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21-05-14 - Block 1 | Espinoza, Alejandro | Teaching Biology | Sci-12 | |||
21-05-14 - Block 2 | Lam, Krystal | Editorial Publishing | Sci-12 | |||
21-05-14 - Block 3 | Mendoza, Gabriel | Creating a Franchise | SS-11 | |||
22-05-14 - Block 1 | Rodriguez, Paola | Suicidal Youth | SS-11 | |||
22-05-14 - Block 2 | Moreno, Symphony | Photography | Eng-12 | |||
22-05-14 - Block 3 | Nunez, Alfredo | Boxing | Sci-11 | |||
23-05-14 - Block 1 | Legaspino, Nisa | Public Defender | Eng-11 | |||
23-05-14 - Block 3 | Holmes, Garrett | Computer Programming | Sci-12 | |||
27-05-14 - Block 1 | Casey, Alyssa | Piano | Eng-12 | |||
27-05-14 - Block 2 | Rizo, Juan | Landscaping | Sci-12 | |||
28-05-14 - Block 1 | Jackson, Jamison | Magic the Gathering | Math-11 | |||
28-05-14 - Block 2 | McConnaughey, Lara | Linguistics | Sci-12 | |||
28-05-14 - Block 3 | Beghtol, Brandon | Information Technology | SS-12 | |||
29-05-14 - Block 1 | Olivares, Adrian | Strength Training | Math-12 | |||
29-05-14 - Block 2 | Capener, Cheyenne | Organic Architecture | Sci-11 | |||
29-05-14 - Block 3 | Samonte, Miguel | Product Marketing and Advertising | SS-11 |
Seeing the presentations in person addressed several concerns I held over the precise nature of the ambiguously worded "presentations" as I saw that they were primarily composed of a structured lesson plan with some decent variation. I still have questions related to the specifications of the presentations, but I assume that they will be explained in good time.
3. What has the most important part of the senior project based on what you are seeing in the 2-hour presentations?
The most important part of the senior project from the perspective of the teachers seems to be related to the quality of the information and the quality of the citations which should be numerous. Emphasizing the mentor's influence and incorporating that into the presentation lesson seems to be key to getting an acceptable grade. From the perspective of a student watching the presentation,
4. What topic are you considering doing and why?
Currently, I am considering basing my project around "What is the best way to enter politics?" for the purpose of hopefully preparing me for a future career in our government. The Sole basis for this is my own interest in doing so.
5.What are you doing for your summer mentorship?
For the summer internship, I intend to intern with a cousin of mine who is a mayor's aide. To this end, I am to sit in on town meetings, analyzing the structure and tempo of the debate, and go over the notes for the city council meetings.