Courses
Senior Capstone Course
Course Number: 8888
Length: 1 year
Credit: 1 credit
Requisite: Statement of Interest
Are you a hands-on learner…an independent thinker…or someone who’s interested in issues that aren’t covered in existing electives? This multidisciplinary senior elective course is for those interested in developing a community-oriented research project centered on a self-selected topic. Students will collaborate with teacher-mentors and experts in the community, conduct research, and implement a rigorous culminating project that connects with the students’ interests, and contributes positively to the community. Final projects can use diverse approaches – artistic, scientific/technical, digital, action-oriented, programmatic, and more. These projects will be presented and assessed in a public forum.
Throughout this year-long course, students will develop skills such as oral and written communication, public speaking, research, goal setting, critical thinking, and project planning, all essential in college and the 21st century workplace.
Successful completion of the course may qualify students to earn The New York State Seal of Civic Readiness. Students interested in learning more about this opportunity should speak with their Social Studies Teacher.