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CLASSICAL ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL144 Woodward AvenueSan Diego, CA 92025
(760) 480-9845Fall 2014
Dear Potential Senior Project Mentor:
As a graduation requirement, students at Classical Academy High School are required to document 40 hours of “fieldwork” connected to research on an approved college or career focused Senior Project. Fieldwork allows students to further explore their topic in a real-world setting and/or use their learning to make an impact in their world. In order to be successful with their projects, students will be required to obtain a Mentor (outside of the classroom) to help guide him or her throughout their Senior Project. The Mentor oversees the student’s progress on their Senior Project and assists them with all necessary fieldwork, research, planning, etc. Please also note that if the project involves organizing or hosting an event, the mentor must be present at the event to supervise and evaluate.
You have been requested as a mentor (an expert in a particular field) by one of the graduating students at CAHS. The Mentor provides three essential services for the student:
1. Guides the student through the project phase(conferences in person, or over the phone or e-mail a minimum of five times)2. Helps the student organize information and gain experience in the field chosen3. Reads and critiques the student’s research paper early on and then in its final form (focusing on content)
Thank you so much for considering becoming a CAHS Senior Project mentor. Please feel free to contact me with any of your questions or concerns.
Sincerely,
Chalese DuntonSenior Project [email protected]
Mentor + Student ContractThis contract lists the expectations the mentor and student have for one another.
It helps focus your meetings and provides direction.The mentor and student complete and sign this contract together.
STUDENT INFORMATION
Student Name: Peter McLeod___________________________________________
Phone Number: (760) 738 - 1884_______ E-mail: [email protected]__
Senior Project (Brief Description): Visit Palomar observatory and observe the astronomers at their work. Determine what is involved in the job and if it is a career I desire to pursue.
MENTOR INFORMATION
Mentor Name: Steve Flanders__________________________________________
Phone Number: (760) 742 - 2131_______ E-mail: [email protected]_____
Experience and Qualifications in the Field/Credentials: _______________________
In the space below please list the responsibilities both of you agree to fulfill:Student Responsibilities Mentor Responsibilities
1. Research2. Initiate plan3. Observe at project site4. complete portfolio
1. Guide student on the observatory site2.3.
5. 4.5.
Mentor Signature: ______________________________________ Date: __________
Student Signature: ______________________________________ Date: _________
Senior Project Mentor Evaluation:Final - Finished Project
Student Name: Peter McLeod_____________________ Date: _________________
Mentor Name: Steve Flanders_________ Mentor E-mail: [email protected]
The student and I have met a total # of 5 times to work on their Senior Project.(This includes email transactions and physical interaction. See Student Mentor Log)The student has shown significant growth from the beginning of their project to the end and has successfully completed their 40 hours of fieldwork. Yes (As seen in Field Work log)Please briefly explain the above answer: Peter has done much research into the project independently, as well as email communication.
In what ways has the student progressed from the beginning of their project to the end in the following areas: Fieldwork: Student attended observatory and observed the astronomers at work, asking questions when appropriate.Research: Student has thoroughly investigated the history and workings of the Hale Telescope, as well subjects related to the investigation of the time (exoplanets)
What advice (both positive feedback and constructive criticism) would you give to the student as they continue their future endeavors in their chosen field?____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Mentor Signature: ________________________________ Date: ________________
Thank you so much for the time and energy you have contributed to this Senior Project and our CAHS student! We are so grateful to you for your investment and the contribution you are making to their education! From all of us at CAHS…THANK YOU!
