Extended Application
The AHS Extended Application is a required project every senior must complete to qualify for graduation (juniors are invited to get a jump on this as well). It is a portfolio of research and evidence collected by the student and presented to a volunteer panel of judges at the end of the semester. The subject matter of this project is decided on by the student and verified by their parent or guardian and their Extended Application teacher. For a complete description of the project, download the document below:
Extended Application Packet MS Word format
Extended Application Packet Link to Google Document. Must open and save to your local computer before editing (Please change the name when saving).
Please have your parent / guardian review and sign the form below.
Parental Consent Form - Due 2-12-16
Extended Application Idea Prompts
Possible Topics for Extended Application
- What careers are you considering or are you interested in learning about?
- What is something you have always wanted to build or create?
- What is something you really enjoy doing?
- What is something you are good at?
- What is something you would like to learn more about?
Possible Topics for Extended Application
- Research how to organize a book drive.
- Research how to organize a food / clothing drive.
- Create a short film.
- Describe the process of creating a painting.
- Describe the process of creating a research paper.
- Describe the process of building a computer.
- Describe the process of writing a computer program.
- Research how to become a police officer (go on a ride-a-long, interview police officers, how much education, etc).
- Describe the process of running a small business (such as the Hut).
- Describe the process of marketing a product or promoting a business (social media, websites, business cards, advertising, etc).
- Research how to run an animal shelter (OFOSA is right across the street).
- Describe the process of writing and performing an original piece of music.
- Describe the process of rebuilding an engine.
Other Helpful Hints
- Be sure to read entire EA packet from start to finish (orange link at the top of the page). This will help you get an understanding of what is required and how you can relate your specific topic to the assignment.
- Start early and use your class time. You must complete and present this by January 2015. You DO NOT have second semester to work on this.
- Document all of your processes with written logs and journals, as well as photo's and video's. Start this at the very beginning of your project.
- Try to speak with industry professionals regarding your topic. Be sure to be prepared with meaningful questions when you meet with them.
Phase 1 - Due 3-17-16
Type your proposal in the template provided in the EA packet. Handwritten proposals will not be accepted.Provide detailed answers as a bulleted or numbered list. The sections will expand as you type in more bullets and details. Do not limit your answers to the space shown. The topics to be included in Phase 1 are listed below:
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
What do you plan to do? Provide an overall description of your creation, event, service or exploration. What will your final product be?
LEARNING STRETCH
Have you done anything similar or related to your project/topic before?
What specific things will be new and challenging to you in the process of completing this project?
EVIDENCE
List the evidence you will provide. You should have at minimum 3 forms of evidence for all stages from planning through execution of the project. Examples of evidence: before & after examples, performance, pictures, video and audio recording, time log, journal, rough drafts, receipts, paperwork, email and other correspondence, artifacts.
FUTURE GOALS & CAREER PATHWAY
What are your future career and/or educational interests and goals? How will this project help?
PROJECT CATEGORY
What category does your project relate to?
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
What do you plan to do? Provide an overall description of your creation, event, service or exploration. What will your final product be?
LEARNING STRETCH
Have you done anything similar or related to your project/topic before?
What specific things will be new and challenging to you in the process of completing this project?
EVIDENCE
List the evidence you will provide. You should have at minimum 3 forms of evidence for all stages from planning through execution of the project. Examples of evidence: before & after examples, performance, pictures, video and audio recording, time log, journal, rough drafts, receipts, paperwork, email and other correspondence, artifacts.
FUTURE GOALS & CAREER PATHWAY
What are your future career and/or educational interests and goals? How will this project help?
PROJECT CATEGORY
What category does your project relate to?
- Academic Challenge = involves independent study & research
- Community Service = is a leadership position that provides a needed and viable service to a community agency or organization
- Career = related to student’s career pathway/interest and/or provides extended learning experience or internship that may involve potential future employment
- Personal Exploration = represents an exploration in an unfamiliar area of interest
Resume & Letter of Recommendation - Due 4-21-16
RESUME
**See EA Packet for more details on RESUMES
LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION REQUEST FORM
GENERAL STATEMENT
Teachers recognize that many schools require students to have letters of recommendation and that we have an obligation, as a faculty, to assist students in meeting those requirements. Students should realize that composing an initial letter takes two or three hours. Each application can add an additional half hour to complete. Asking a teacher to write letters for five schools, for example, can take several hours.
EXPECTATIONS
THINGS TO INCLUDE (individual teacher’s needs may vary)
MANNERS
**See EA Packet for more details on LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION
- No spelling or grammar errors
- Do not use the word “I”
- Do not type complete sentences
- Text for each section should go to the right margin
- Follow examples provided
- Use same font
- Size 12 text
- End all sections with periods
- Balanced and easy to read
- Use temporary margin or the tab to line up text. Final draft of your resume: Length = one full page
**See EA Packet for more details on RESUMES
LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION REQUEST FORM
GENERAL STATEMENT
Teachers recognize that many schools require students to have letters of recommendation and that we have an obligation, as a faculty, to assist students in meeting those requirements. Students should realize that composing an initial letter takes two or three hours. Each application can add an additional half hour to complete. Asking a teacher to write letters for five schools, for example, can take several hours.
EXPECTATIONS
- Include all materials in a manila envelope
- Print in chronological order on the outside of the envelope the schools with the dates that the applications are due
- Include self-addressed stamped envelopes attached to each application
- Make sure that all portions of forms that you are responsible for are filled out
- In the case of a “common form” include a separate copy of the form for each school
- Submit all requests for letters at a single time
- Give teachers a minimum of ten working days
THINGS TO INCLUDE (individual teacher’s needs may vary)
- Copy of transcript
- Brag sheets- list of clubs, honors, activities outside of school
- College essay (check with teacher)
- Specific things you may wish the teacher to note
- Your goals and/or intended college major
MANNERS
- Keep in mind that teachers of honors, AP and other upper division courses often receive more requests than they can handle. Ask early to have a backup choice.
- Understand that sometimes teachers do not feel comfortable writing letters to certain individuals. Respect their refusals.
- Choosing not to sign the “confidentiality waiver” may not be in your best interest. Many teachers feel constrained when their letters are shared with the student. The result is a letter that is generic and does not describe your special abilities.
- Considering the limitations on teachers’ time, please apply only to schools that you are seriously considering attending.
- Asking two or more teachers from the same subject area in order to “split their load” adds an additional burden to everyone. Please minimize their number of teachers per department whom you ask to write a letter.
- An appropriate and sufficient expression of appreciation is a hand written Thank You card.
- Teachers like to know if you were admitted to the school of your choice and where you plan to attend. Don’t forget to tell them!
**See EA Packet for more details on LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION
Career Related Learning Experience (CRLE) - Due 5-2-16
- You must either sign up for an event as soon as possible through this link, or set up your own qualifying event.
- These events are only available for a limited time. Do NOT procrastinate!!!
- CRLE Packets are available in A-13
Completed Binders - Due 5-10-16
- You will practice presenting your completed project to staff and other students during the week of 5-16-16.
- You will present to the panel during the week of 5-23-16. There is no make up time if you plan to graduate in June. BE READY!!!!!