Contemporary World Problems

Senior Presentation Format (14 Minutes)
This project is designed specifically to allow graduating seniors to reflect upon where they have come from, where they are presently, and where they are going in the future. 

 

This is a possible format for students as they begin to organize their Senior Presentation.  However, regardless of the format, students should include all of the information listed below.

 

Section 1- Introduction  (approximately 2 minutes)

            In this section you should explain a little about you and your family. Some topics you

            could include would be:

            -who are the members of your family                    -where you grew up

            -what your plans are for the future                        -what specific career to do see yourself pursuing

                       

Section 2   Strengths Evaluation (approximately 2 minutes)

In this section you should evaluate yourself as to what skills/ knowledge / personality traits that you now have that will benefit you in your future career choice.

 

In this section it will be a requirement for you to share an example of work that you have done at CHS that demonstrates your potential.  This work does not have to be directly related to your future career plans, but it should clearly demonstrate your abilities as a student and a person and directly relate to the strengths you mentioned above.

 

Section 3 Weakness Evaluation (approximately 2 minutes)

You should explain the skills / experiences that you think you still need to explore or continue to develop with regard to your future career choice.  What suggestions could you make for CHS to address those weaknesses?

 

Section 4 What is your next step?  (approximately 3 minutes)

            In this section you should explain what you have planned as your next step. 

 

            Some topics that you could include would be:

                        -Your plan for next year                          -Your five year goal

                        -Your ten year goal                                             -significant future experiences you are

                                                                                                  planning (travel, internships, etc)

 

Section 5- How has your high school experience prepared you for your future career choice (approximately 3 minutes)

                        Some topics that you could include would be:

                        -ASVAB test results                   -Transition Plan              -Clubs / Activities                      

                        -Awards you have received          -Community Service       -specific classes

                        -Running Start / Skills Center / Cornerstone Program        -specific experiences

                        -WASL Test results                    -specific teachers

 

Section 6- “Words of Wisdom” (approximately 2 minute)

            -What are the significant changes you would have made in your high school career?

            -What words of advice would you give to upcoming graduates?

            -What is one accomplishment at CHS you are particularly proud of?

 

Misc. Comments

1.  Please keep in mind that this is a 14 minute presentation and the majority of your presentation (approximately should be spent explaining the topics in sections 4&5.  Don't spend a large percentage of your time on other sections as you will be stopped exactly at 14 minutes.

2.  You will be required to use PowerPoint as a guide for your presentation and you should hand out your portfolio at the beginning of your presentation. 

3.  This is a presentation not a speech.  Make sure you share information with us not just read to us.  This will mean that you will have to practice your presentation before you give it to the class.