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The Odyssey Project
Manara Leadership High School Handbook Your step by step guide to your odyssey success!
2019-2020
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
The Odyssey Project The Odysseys & DUE DATES 2 Purpose 3
Requirements 3 Notes 3/4 Deadline Requirements Missed Deadlines 4
Project Deadline Requirements Project Grading Pass/Fail - Quarterly 5 Topic Selection Topic Selection Guidelines 5/6
Brainstorm Worksheet 7 Odyssey 1 Project Proposal 8
Project Proposal Narrative Example 9-11 Odyssey 2 Project Proposal Rubric 12 Odyssey 3 Fall SLC’s Project Proposal 13
Odyssey 3, 7 & 9 Examples/Differences 13-15 Odyssey 4 Revision - Writing Reflective Narratives 15
Reflective Narrative Example 16-17 Odyssey 5 Expert Interview 18
Expert Interview Proposal 19 Expert Interview Approval 20
Odyssey 6 Mid-Year Check In 21 Odyssey 7 Learning Expo 21
Narrative 2 21 Odyssey 8 Peer Review 22 Odyssey 9 Final Project - Spring SLC’s-References 23-24
Final Mentor Evaluation 25-27 Project Documentation Form 28-29 Scoring Rubric Form (to be used for all public
and peer feedback) 30-31
Odyssey 10 Final Odyssey Meeting 32 Final Binder Checklist 33 Mentor Acceptance Form 34
The Odyssey Project
Odyssey Deadlines are built in throughout the year and are paced to be achievable!
Each completed Odyssey is one step closer to your final project presentation!
Please use this handbook as your ongoing source of information and reference. You may write in this handbook and use this as your Odyssey Workbook.
● ODYSSEY 1: PROJECT PROPOSAL - OCTOBER 11
● ODYSSEY 2: PROJECT APPROVAL - OCTOBER 18
● ODYSSEY 3: PROJECT PHASE 1 PRESENTATION FALL SLC’S - NOV. 19
● ODYSSEY 4: FEEDBACK & REVISION PHASE NOV. 20-JANUARY 9
● ODYSSEY 5: EXPERT INTERVIEW - DECEMBER 19
● ODYSSEY 6: MID-YEAR CHECK IN - JANUARY 10
● ODYSSEY 7: LEARNING EXPO -SATURDAY - FEBRUARY 8
● ODYSSEY 8: PEER REVIEW - MARCH 16-APRIL 24
● ODYSSEY 9: FINAL PROJECT PRESENT - SPRING SLC’S - APRIL 28
● ODYSSEY 10: FINAL PRINCIPAL APPROVAL - May 11-21
Manara Leadership Academy Odyssey Project
PURPOSE: Your Odyssey Project will demonstrate what you have learned in your year of school, using written/oral communication, collaboration, problem-solving skills and research in order to prepare you to be successful in school and beyond high school.
Each student must complete all components of their Odyssey Project experience as a part of their Manara Leadership Academic Curriculum. The Odyssey Project and components of deadlines are graded as a Final Project Grade for every student.
REQUIREMENTS:
1. Submit a Project Proposal to your Academic Advisor – explain and justify your project and research topic as well as a solid plan for completing your project. Project Proposal is to be included in your Odyssey Project Binder.
2. Complete at least 30 hours of work outside of school on your specific project. Your time must be documented and verified by your project mentor. Keep your project service log/journal up-to-date. Verified (by Mentor) Service Log is to be included in your Odyssey Project Binder.
3. Write three reflective narratives to document the hours and activities of your project. Two reflective narratives follow Odyssey 3, 7 & the third reflection narrative is written prior to Odyssey 9. Three reflective narratives are to be included in your Odyssey Project Binder.
4. Complete an expert interview. The expert interview is one of the Odysseys. This is to be included in your Odyssey Binder.
5. Attend required SLC Odyssey requirements and Learning Expo for feedback phase requirements, as well as meet all Odyssey Phase Deadlines built into the project.
6. Produce a physical showcase product and prepare a presentation to educators and community demonstrating your knowledge, your research, and your work on the project.
NOTES:
● Your Odyssey Project CAN be a project you have used for another class, such as a job shadow, internship, community academic competition or similar however, you MUST expand the experience and participate in additional hours. Any
current job you might have does not qualify as an acceptable project. You should not receive payment for work on your Odyssey Project. However, if your current job is in an area of interest you may develop your Odyssey Project based upon your interest. You may not count work hours from your employer as hours toward your Odyssey Project.
● The Odyssey Project experience demands that you stretch your learning beyond your everyday life and is subject to advisor approval.
● Your expert interview must be a professional in the field and may not be a relative.
● Your chosen mentor may be a relative. However, you are welcome to find a mentor that is able to commit to supporting you in your project. ALL Mentors must pass a Manara Volunteer Background Check before being approved as your official mentor.
● Your Manara Advisor is your check in person for this project. If your project is in a subject area that a Manara Teacher has expertise, you may consult them for advice and ideas throughout your Odyssey if they agree to support.
DEADLINE REQUIREMENTS MISSED DEADLINES Time is a precious resource – something you can never gain back, get more of, or return. Time is money – employers never pay you based on how little you produce on the job, adults are charged late fees if they miss deadlines on payments, and a person could even lose his/her job for missing deadlines. Missing deadlines is discourteous, causes inconvenience to all involved, and demonstrates carelessness and disorganization. Is this the impression you want to give to others? Deadlines may or may not be your strong area but they are an absolute must in the professional and academic world. Your Odyssey Project Process is a real-life experience and depends on you meeting deadlines in a thoughtful manner so that the complex project stays on track all the way to your project presentation. ONLY LEGITIMATE EMERGENCIES DUE TO CIRCUMSTANCES BEYOND YOUR CONTROL WILL BE GRANTED AN EXTENSION AND NOT BE CONSIDERED LATE.
Should you choose to not meet the deadlines given by your Advisor, and as outlined in this project you will be required to stay after school for additional support until ALL missing project components are completed. PROJECT DEADLINES:
● Please adhere to the project deadlines built into this handbook. This is an independent project. You only meet with your advisor for 15 minutes each day, therefore it is completely up to you as a learner to be pro-active in this project. You must submit your work or show proof of process to your advisor. It is not their role to ask repeatedly for your work or proof you are completing the process.
PROJECT GRADING Each Marking Period results in an Odyssey Project Pass/Fail Grade indicating you are meeting project deadlines as well as completing QUALITY WORK.
TOPIC SELECTION GUIDELINES Your Odyssey Project is your chance to explore an area you have always felt curious about and interested in. Therefore, when choosing an Odyssey Project consider the following:
1.What do you plan on doing with your life after you graduate? What are your goals?
2. What do you feel you could passionately commit to for 30 or more hours?
3. What would be interesting, fun, worthwhile, and be of significant value to both yourself and your community?
4.What contribution do you want to make to your school or your community?
The Odyssey Project topic should be one that you are interested in,
but not one in which you are already an expert!
Example: You have ridden horses your entire life and volunteered at a local stable to help children learn to ride, this topic would not be a good choice UNLESS you pursue a new angle to helping children through animal therapy of which you have no current knowledge.
● The Odyssey Project should be one that is challenging to you academically and creatively. The topic should require an academic and creative s-t-r-e-t-c-h for you.
The purpose of The Odyssey Project is to get you to use the skills you have already mastered and apply them to something more challenging or to an experience that will help you grow. Does this mean that you pick a topic about which you have no familiarity? Not necessarily. Your Odyssey Project should reflect possible career plans for after high school or a meaningful lifelong interest. Regardless of your topic, you must demonstrate growth beyond your current level.
You should avoid topics that might involve expenses that
you are not prepared to handle.
● If the project or research involves travel or requires expensive materials, you may want to make another choice. Remember, you are not expected to spend money in order to complete the project. If your family supports your idea and is happy to support your venture, then by all means pursue your project with your family support.
You should avoid topics that might endanger yourself or others.
For example, sky-diving or handling dangerous animals are not appropriate. The school assumes no liability for your risky ventures and your project must be supported by your family.
BE SURE TO TAKE PICTURES AND/OR VIDEO OF EVERY PHASE OF YOUR PROJECT TO DOCUMENT YOUR EXPERIENCE FOR YOUR PROJECT PRESENTATION.
Odyssey Project Brainstorming Worksheet (Include in your Odyssey Binder)
Please answer the following questions:
● Something I’m really interested in learning about is…
● Something I’d like to investigate as a possible future career is…
● An area of community service that appeals to me is…
● Given my interests, some possible Odyssey Projects could include…
● A possible expert interview in my project area (expert, over 21, non-relative) could be…(you don’t have to know this individual’s name at this point, just the organization/s and their role in the organization where you might seek an interview).
ODYSSEY 1: PROJECT PROPOSAL - Due October 18, 2019
Your TYPED responses to the following topics/questions will be submitted to your Advisor for approval before you begin your project. If approval is not granted, you must revise the proposal according to suggestions made by your advisor and then resubmit the proposal.
Incomplete proposals will be returned for revision and will delay approval.
INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING HEADING: Student Name: Advisor: Date:
1. Explanation of project; how will you spend your 30 hours?
2. How is the project a challenge for you? How will it expand your knowledge and
skills?
3. What previous experience have you held in this area?
4. Name of project mentor – who will help support you throughout your project? A
family member is okay as long as you have shared the entire project deadlines,
requirements for attendance on non-school days and they are aware of all
project aspects.
5. Explain the end product of your project. What will be completed?
6. How will this project impact you, your school, and/or your community?
7. How will this project help you prepare for your future?
8. Odyssey 3, 7 & 9 Plan for Public Display (see page 11 for examples)
9. Idea/s for Project Title.
Susie Student Mrs. Jones October 1, 2019 Odyssey Project Proposal
1. Explanation of project and how I will commit my time? My project hours
shall be spent investigating the steps it takes to become a U.S. resident and
exploring the naturalization process. I will be working with an attorney to better
understand the legal issues one faces when applying for U.S. citizenship. The
majority of my time will be spent helping my mother obtain citizenship. I will be
filling out her application, attending legal consultations, and interviewing her
about her perspective on the process.
2. How is this project a challenge for you? How will it expand your knowledge
and skills? Because I am totally unfamiliar with the naturalization process and
the necessary requirements to become a citizen, this project will definitely be a
challenge. I will need to investigate the naturalization process step by step,
which in turn will expand my knowledge. This project will improve my
investigative, social, and advocacy skills.
3. What previous experience have you had in this area? I have had no
experience in this area whatsoever.
4. Name of Mentor: Juan Ramirez – he is my older brother in college and is
studying to become a lawyer.
5. Explain the end product of your project. What will be completed? The end
product of my project will be my mother’s certificate of naturalization. I will
document this project through pictures and social media. I plan to complete a
slide-show documenting the process including making a small documentary
movie about my family and how they came to America.
6. How will this project impact you, your family, your school and your
community? This project will greatly affect my family. It has always been my
mother’s dream to become a U.S. citizen. It will make me immensely happy to
make her dream become a reality. It will also impact my community because I
will be able to spread awareness about the naturalization process and offer aid if
necessary.
7. How will this project help me prepare for my future? I am interested in
becoming a lawyer. I would love to be able to offer my services to help others
with their challenges in a supportive way. The law can be confusing for people,
especially those with language barriers. I want to use my project as an example
of my college admissions project.
8. Odyssey 3, 7 & 9 Plan for Public Presentation:
Odyssey 3 Fall SLC: I plan to have my binder with the cover page/design completed as
well as a display board with my process that I will be following. I will have pictures on
my display board of my family coming to America and because I won’t have set up my
meeting with an attorney yet, I will use an image of an attorney with a heading or
explanation that I plan to meet with an expert in the legal field. I also plan to sit in on a
court case in the future so I want to show that on my project display board as well.
Odyssey 7 Winter Learning Expo: All of my former display/s AND Odyssey Binder
with improvements after receiving feedback along with updated pictures of the
processes I have completed and my mini-documentary playing on a laptop (I may need
to still do some edits to this documentary, but as this is a work in progress, I will show
what I have done this far.)
Odyssey 9 Spring SLC: All of my former displays and finalized Odyssey Binder (with
improvements) and final documentary playing on my laptop. I plan to invite my family
to be with me at this event so my mother can show her citizenship paperwork proudly.
If she can’t attend, I will have many pictures documenting this happy occasion. My
final showcase will be my documentary movie.
9. Ideas for Project Title? Naturalization Is Not So Natural, Becoming a Citizen or
Legal Barriers to Naturalization
ODYSSEY 2: PROJECT APPROVAL RUBRIC - RETURNED BY OCTOBER 25, 2019
Criteria Meets Does Not Meet
Comments/Considerations
Proposal clearly indicates how the project represents a learning stretch for the student. The student has no prior knowledge of topic or has a plan for expanding knowledge of topic.
Project appears logical and achievable given project requirements and timeframe. Expert Interview is a good plan.
End results of project completion are clearly communicated as stated in the project proposal.
Project is appropriate for school and mentor is acceptable, Mentor acknowledgement included in proposal.
Plan for Public Presentations is solid and achievable. ________ Odyssey Project Proposal Approved ________ Odyssey Project Proposal Needs Further Refinement/Clarification
Please return edited proposal by: _____________________________ Comments: Advisor’s Signature: _____________________________________________________ Date: _____________________________________________________
ODYSSEY 3: PROJECT PROPOSAL (FALL SLC) - November 19. 2019
During this Odyssey phase you will be preparing a basic blueprint proposal of your project for your parents and other parents attending fall SLC’s along with other Manara Advisors. This is your opportunity to gain feedback from the public about your project. This isn’t just a “great job” or “you’re doing amazing” process. This is a process where teachers and adults will ask challenging questions about where you are heading with your project and are available to offer suggestions of what audience participants may wish to see in the future during your final presentation - SPRING SLC. Middle School students will attend SLC’S and present in the morning 9:00-11:00
a.m.
High School students will attend SLC’s and present in the afternoon 1:00-3:00 p.m.
You must obtain feedback forms from a MINIMUM of THREE ADULTS
1 TEACHER & 2 Other Adults
USE the Odyssey Project Presentation Scoring Guide - Page 30-31 You will be assigned a small amount of table space in the commons or gym area. It will be your responsibility to set up and take down your space. You can present your project on a presentation board outlining your steps and future plans for project development. This project board should be your blueprint or plans between fall SLC’s-Odyssey 3 and spring SLC’s-Odyssey 9. During the fall SLC’s you are showing your plan (Project Board, Blue Print, Binder, PLAN) and during winter Learning Expo-Odyssey 7, you are showing your project in almost finalized stage and spring SLC’s-Odyssey 9 you are showing your FINAL product. (FINAL) Think of it like these following examples:
EXAMPLE: ODYSSEY PROJECT: CAKE DECORATING
FALL SLC: Recipe & all the steps required (making a list, shopping, budgeting, visiting bakeries to interview bakers) A table top presentation board with pictures and explanations of my project proposal. WINTER LEARNING EXPO: All of my former display/s AND Odyssey Binder with improvements after receiving feedback and Cake Samples for the public OR me demonstrating decoration techniques. SPRING SLC’S: All of my former displays and finalized Odyssey binder (with improvements) and beautifully displayed Cake with Sprinkles and beautiful decorations I learned to do during my project.
EXAMPLE: ODYSSEY PROJECT: BUILDING A TINY HOUSE
FALL SLC (ODYSSEY 3): Blueprints & all the steps required (making a list of tools, supplies, budgeting, visiting contractors or architects) A table top presentation board with pictures and explanations of my project proposal, blueprints of my tiny house design. WINTER LEARNING EXPO (ODYSSEY 7): All of my former display/s AND Odyssey Binder with improvements after receiving feedback as well as a miniature version of my tiny house made out of cardboard for the public to view as well as pictures of my actual work in progress. SPRING SLC’S (ODYSSEY 9): All of my former displays and finalized Odyssey Binder (with improvements) and beautifully displayed miniature dollhouse model that I built as my final project.
ODYSSEY 4 - FEEDBACK & REVISION PHASE NOV. 20-JANUARY 9
During the Feedback and Revision Phase, use the feedback forms you obtained during the Fall SLC’s to review, revise and make further developments on your project. This is
when you write Reflective Narrative #1 - using the feedback you received from the adults, teachers and parents that visited with you during Fall SLC’s.
INCLUDE NARRATIVE # 1 IN YOUR ODYSSEY BINDER and document approximately 10 hours of time on your project.
PROJECT REFLECTIVE NARRATIVES Reflective Narratives are thoughtful records that document the time you spend on your project. They should also give proof of your skill development, knowledge learned, successes and failures throughout the entire process, as well as incorporate feedback into consideration of changes, edits, clarifications and overall project development. You will write three separate narratives throughout the Odyssey Project Process. Each narrative will document approximately 10 hours of work on your project. Narrative 1 & 2 will follow Odyssey 3 & 7 (Fall SLC and Learning Expo) and Narrative 3 will be written to Odyssey 9 your final project (Spring SLC). NOTE: The narratives should show a fully developed, timely, and honest response of your experiences from start to finish. Your reflective narratives are to be included in your Odyssey Binder. FORMAT REQUIREMENTS:
● Proper heading (Your Name, Teacher Advisor, Class, Date) ● Title – Reflective Narrative 1-Odyssey 3, Reflective Narrative 2-Odyssey 7 or
Reflective Narrative 3-Odyssey 9 ● Each reflective narrative should be 2 pages typed, double spaced (Times New
Roman 12 point font) ● Each narrative must document approximately 10 hours of work
WRITING YOUR REFLECTIVE NARRATIVES
When writing your reflective narrative, please include the following information:
● Detailed account of how you spent your time ● Progress you are making on your project ● Interaction with mentor (if applicable) ● What are you learning about employability skills? ● Teamwork, communication, self-motivation, problem solving techniques, work
performance, commitment, responsibility, and safety ● How is your project developing? ● What did you learn in this stage of your project? ● Have you encountered any difficulties getting the project to work the way you
want? ● What feedback have you received and how have you made changes to your
project as a result? ● Discuss the successes you have achieved
REFLECTIVE NARRATIVE 1 (Hours 1-10) Follows Odyssey 3 - Fall SLC’s Include discussion about deciding on your project and mentor; planning and organizing; meeting your mentor; any difficulties you have run into; and your next steps in your project. Include discussion about the development of your project; any changes you have made in your project; explain how the work you are doing on your project relates to the topic of your research. Also discuss your successes and challenges so far.
EXAMPLE ODYSSEY PROJECT REFLECTIVE NARRATIVE
Polly Ester Mrs. Jones English 12/Period 3 December 9, 2019
Reflective Narrative 1
This past fall, I did a lot of thinking about my Odyssey Project. I wanted to do
something interesting and helpful to others, but have this be a meaningful process for
me. Through STARS training, I’ve grown interested in the study of teen pregnancies
and with my connections at the Rogue Valley Pregnancy Resource Center (RVPRC), I
decided to create a project involving working with people in a crisis pregnancy
situation.
I signed up to volunteer at the RVPRC and met my mentor, Laura Redgrave.
Laura has worked at the center for six years, serving as a veteran counselor; she also
leads many of the trainings for volunteers and new counselors. Through conversations
with Laura, I decided my project would involve basic volunteer training, volunteering at
the center, as well as sitting in on some counseling sessions. Of course, I would only
attend sessions with willing clients and I had to sign a confidentiality agreement. Our
first few meetings were spent talking about how the center started, its purpose, and the
services and resources provided to the girls, women, and families.
In looking into some of the resources and literature at RVPRC, I discovered it’s
not only teens who find themselves in crisis pregnancy situations, but older women and
married couples as well. Therefore, I will look at crisis pregnancy resources and options
for all women, not just teens. I also hope to work with a variety of clients at the RVPRC,
but that will be beyond my control.
So far the only challenge I’ve faced was scheduling time for the volunteer
training. It was four hours total, so I had to cut back on some of my work hours. Laura
also wanted to meet a few more times after the training before I sat in on a counseling
session with a client. It took some scheduling and prioritizing to get it all in. Also, since
Laura serves as my mentor, she wants me to only sit in on counseling sessions that she
conducts. In the long run, this will be better and help maintain confidentiality, but it
may prove more difficult for me to attend sessions if I’m only working with Laura. My
goal is to spend more time in the counseling sessions and learn about that process
rather than focusing solely on volunteering.
In the past few weeks since the volunteer training, I’ve been able to work a few
hours, meeting clients and other volunteers, answering phones, scheduling, and
organizing donations. Clients make appointments to meet with counselors and also can
receive some of the supplies as needed. Individuals and organizations provide clothes,
supplies, and even baby food to the center.
This work has given me a good understanding of the center, but I’m more
interested in the counseling aspect. My next step is to meet more of the clients, get to
know them, and find out if they would be willing to have me sit in during one of their
counseling sessions. Laura says I need to give it a bit more time so a client would feel
comfortable with me being present. I’m definitely learning patience in this process. I
also had to practice a lot of my communication skills in meeting Laura, clients, and
volunteers. These skills plus problem solving and responsibility should continue to be
developed throughout my project.
ODYSSEY 5 - EXPERT INTERVIEW - DECEMBER 19
During the Odyssey Phase 4 - Feedback and Revision Odyssey, you will also be making
arrangements for Odyssey 5 - Expert Interview. Please use the following Expert
Interview Permission Form to obtain approval from you advisor for your expert
interview prior to December 1, 2019. You may of course, complete your expert
interview much earlier than the deadline. The person you are planning to interview
should be an expert in their job or role and have experience matching your Odyssey
Project. The goal of the interview is to learn something new, ask questions, and
possibly share your project for feedback.
1. Brainstorm your questions ahead of time.
2. If you plan to electronically record so you can reflect upon answers at a later
time, always ask permission prior to recording.
3. Make sure your questions will help you to learn something new and help you
shape the future of your project.
Do Your Homework ahead of time.
● Have a goal, not a narrative.
● Study up on your subject.
● Study up on your expert.
● Choose open-ended questions.
● Listen instead of waiting to ask your next question.
● Ask additional questions if you don’t understand.
ODYSSEY 5 - EXPERT INTERVIEW - Interview Proposal Example
Mohammad Ahmad November 4, 2019
Expert Interview Proposal Odyssey Project Topic: My Odyssey Project Topic is Video Production - Creating an Orientation Video for New Students to High School Chosen Expert Interview: Clifford Albort What makes this person a good choice for my interview: Mr. Albort was a high school principal for 10 years at Pandora Preparatory High School and is now a college professor at UNT-Dallas. Scheduled Interview Date, Time, Location: Thursday, November 14, 2019 5:00 p.m. Rosetta Hall, UNT-Dallas Transportation arrangements for getting to the interview: My mentor has agreed to take me to this interview and my parents have given permission for me to go to this interview with my project mentor. Questions:
1. What do you think every high school student should know before beginning at a new school?
2. What do high school students need to know to be successful in high school so they can be successful in college?
3. If you had a high school orientation video created by a student designed to be helpful for new students, how might you use the video?
4. Would there be an approval process needed for a video to be posted publicly on a school website?
5. Can you think of something that would be helpful to include in a school orientation video?
6. Is there anything I shouldn’t include in a school orientation video? 7. Would I be required to obtain permission slips prior to filming students or parts
of a school environment? 8. How long do you think the video should be? 9. Can you think of some fun elements to include in my video? 10. Is there anything else you think I should think about before planning my video? Results of interview should be included in Odyssey Binder-typed responses.
ODYSSEY 5: EXPERT INTERVIEW PLAN - DUE PRIOR TO DEC. 1, 2019
Criteria Meets Does Not Meet
Comments/Considerations
Plan for interview candidate indicates alignment with the chosen project.
Interview questions appear logical and will provide the learner with additional excellent information for their project.
Student has made appropriate arrangements for the interview.
Interview length and number of questions are appropriate for the project.
Student has used appropriate number of open ended questions.
________ Expert Interview Proposal Approved ________ Expert Interview Proposal Needs Further Refinement/Clarification
Please return edited proposal by: _____________________________ Comments:
ODYSSEY 6: MID-YEAR CHECK IN - JANUARY 10
Bring your binders to your advisory by January 10, 2019 to turn in for a mid-year check in. All the required elements that have been completed at this point should be included in your binder.
1. _____ Odyssey Project Brainstorming Worksheet
2. _____ Typed Project Proposal (Odyssey 1)
3. _____ Advisor’s Project Approval Rubric Form (Odyssey 2)
4. _____ Mentor Identification/Acknowledgement/Acceptance Form
5. _____ Fall SLC Feedback - Odyssey Project Presentation Scoring Guide
(Minimum 3)
6. _____ Typed Reflective Narrative 1
7. _____ Expert Interview Proposal
8. _____ Expert Interview Approval Rubric
9. _____ Typed Expert Interview
ODYSSEY 7: LEARNING EXPO-SATURDAY - FEBRUARY 8
USE the Odyssey Project Presentation Scoring Guide
Obtain a Minimum of FIVE Feedback Rubrics
REFLECTIVE NARRATIVE 2 (Hours 10-20) Follows Odyssey 7 - Learning Expo Include discussion about the end product, event, or goal of your project. What did you learn? How did your mentor guide and assist you? Be sure to talk about how this experience connects with your goals and desires after high school. Include what you’ve learned from your expert interview. See previous example of project narrative.
ODYSSEY 8: PEER REVIEW - MARCH 16-APRIL 24
During this phase of the project you will schedule a time during your advisory to present your project to peers. Your advisor will group your peers into three groups and
each group will complete a feedback form for your final revisions. USE the Odyssey Project Presentation Scoring Guide
REFLECTIVE NARRATIVE 3 (Hours 20-30)
Written prior to Odyssey 9 - Spring SLC’s and Final Odyssey Presentation
ODYSSEY 9: FINAL PROJECT - SPRING SLC’S - APRIL 28 , 2020
FINAL PROJECT REQUIREMENTS
Knowledge needs to be put to some use. Skills learned need to be applied. Experience gained needs to be practiced so you may progress to the next level. All these things are accomplished in the physical project portion of your Odyssey Project. What’s the point of learning how to dribble, shoot, steal, and hustle if you never show off your stuff in a real game against a challenging opponent? REQUIREMENTS:
● Project must be consistent with project proposal. ● Your project must consist of at least 30 hours or work. Five of the hours must be
spent directly with your mentor. ● If you wish to work with a partner on the same Odyssey-such as you and a
partner are planning to design a video game together, you and your partner are still each individually responsible for all individual components. (your own mentor, your own proposal, your own binder, your own hours)
● Activities must be documented in reflective narratives, project hours documentation page, and mentor verification and evaluations
● There needs to be a tangible end result or contribution ● Need final product or photo documentation of event for a visual-aide during
your presentation (artifacts of work done)
A music performance recorded on a CD or DVD, a showcase of artwork, a blueprint of landscape designs, lesson plan taught to 1 st grade class, flyers from fundraiser, pictures of
gifts from giving tree, etc.
NOTES
● Manara Leadership will provide support through academic advisors, content teachers if they have expertise in your Odyssey Exploration.
● Manara Leadership does plan to schedule an occasional Odyssey day on a couple of Friday’s during the school year to support approaching deadlines, however, the majority of the Odyssey Project requirements fall on the student with the support of their project mentor.
● Do not expect to be released from class to work on Odyssey Project activities. The Odyssey Project is to be done on your own time outside of school. If you need computers to type or create work, please arrange for time to use the computer lab when it does not take time away from other classes.
Do not be last minute! This project will not work last minute.
FINAL PRESENTATION Odyssey 9
Final Narrative Narrative Introduction Use a story, an illustration, a question or statistics to create an engaging written introduction that generates the interest of your reader. Be sure you have a thesis or a project statement and to introduce yourself. Narrative Body
● List and explain the main points you want to make and be sure to describe your learning stretch
● Explain your project topic. What interested you in your project? ● What you learned from the physical project phase – how attitude, skills, and
knowledge were changed. Walk us through your process. ● What you learned about yourself from doing the Odyssey Project. ● What do you plan to do in the future? How has the Odyssey Project experience
affected you and your choices in the future? Be sure to address connections with your FUTURE Plan.
Narrative Conclusion
End with some type of connection to your introduction and/or possible extension to the real world. Tell us how your project challenged your learning, skills, and experiences.
Final Presentation Information - Odyssey 9 - Spring SLC’s April 28
Visual Aides Visual aides are a requirement, so make sure to include strong visuals that enhance your message, transitions from point to point, build logical bridges between all major sections of your presentation, and include your physical project at some point.
Examples: Video (limit to 3 minutes, may play silent video in background during presentation) Power Point • Live Performance (limit to 3 minutes) • Slides (played on laptop)
Poster (large enough to be clearly visible to all panel members) • Presentation Board (Tri-Fold) Handouts/Brochures • Models Graphs/Charts • Photographs/Pictures
Maintain an effective pace, good eye contact, and sufficient volume when speaking with your table visitors. Make your audience say “wow” by using
incredible stories, examples, or other unique elements. Maintain a positive impression from start to finish.
Appropriate Presentation Appearance
You are representing Manara Leadership Academy and you want to make a good impression. First impressions are very important – what you wear is an important aspect of your presentation. Dress professionally, in business attire as you would for a job interview.
● Males - wear dress pants, a dress shirt with a professional- looking tie and dress shoes. No “slides or sandals”. Hair should be clean and neat.
● Females - wear dress clothing or skirt and dress shoes – no flip-flops or tennis shoes.
● NOT ALLOWED: tennis shoes, flip-flops, t-shirts, denim of any kind, spaghetti straps, t-shirts or tank tops.
All students should arrive on time, prepared, and with all the needed materials. Your entire appearance should be serious and mature, with a hint of personal style. Your set
up time is not included in your required time for presentation.
REFERENCES (Reference Page to be included in your Odyssey Binder)
All references used for developing your project throughout your Odyssey must be
listed and documented throughout your project. You may use this handbook page to keep track of sources of information as you go along throughout your project, until you
type your reference page for your final project binder.
FINAL MENTOR EVALUATION (To be included in the Odyssey Binder)
Student Name:
Mentor Name: Project:
1. Total number of hours the student spent on the project:
2. What successes did this student accomplish?
3. What difficulties did the student experience? How were those difficulties overcome? Did the student handle these situations in a professional, mature manner?
4. Explain the effort level put forth by the student throughout the project.
Mentor Name (Print) _________________________________________________ Mentor Signature____________________________________________________ Phone Number: ________________________________ Date: ____________________________
MENTOR EVALUATION
Please place a check mark in the column that best fits the student for each standard. If you did not see the student using a particular skill, please mark N/A in one of the boxes.
Student Name:
STANDARD Personal Management RARELY SOMETIMES CONSISTENTLY Demonstrates honesty & integrity Self-Motivated Has personal & career goals Exhibits a good attitude Problem Solving/Decision Making RARELY SOMETIMES CONSISTENTLY Is flexible Plans and organizes work Adapt to changes during project Can reason & make objective decisions Relations with Other People RARELY SOMETIMES CONSISTENTLY Works well with other people Accepts constructive criticism Accepts authority & supervision Is friendly & cooperative Communication Skills RARELY SOMETIMES CONSISTENTLY Asks questions & seeks help when needed Uses appropriate language Actively listens Task-Related Skills RARELY SOMETIMES CONSISTENTLY Complete tasks on time, completely & accurately
Listens & follows directions Stays on task Works to improve performance or product
Able to prioritize
Maturity RARELY SOMETIMES CONSISTENTLY
Accepts responsibility for behavior & assignments
Does not let personal life interfere with work
Uses time wisely Shows self-confidence Takes pride in work Works well without supervision Takes initiative to get work done Is reliable & dependable Health & Safety Habits RARELY SOMETIMES CONSISTENTLY Observes safety rules & regulations Dresses appropriate for the job Works well under stress & pressure Commitment to Project RARELY SOMETIMES CONSISTENTLY Arrives on time & has good attendance Is interested & enthusiastic Puts forth their best effort Desires to learn more
Please provide any additional feedback about the student or the Odyssey Project: ____________________________________________________________________________________________ Mentor Name (Print) Mentor Signature Date: ___________________________________________________ Thank you once again for providing your time, expertise, and guidance. Manara Leadership Academy Staff
ODYSSEY PROJECT HOURS DOCUMENTATION FORM
Student Name: ___________________________________________________ Advisor Teacher: ___________________________________________________
Mentor’s Name: ___________________________________________________ Mentor’s Phone Number: ____________________________________________ Mentor’s Email: ___________________________________________________
Date Activity Completed Time Starting
Time Ending
# of Hours
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Mentor: Please sign below once the student has completed this DOCUMENTATION FORM. Your signature and initials indicate an approval of the time spent and work
done on the project so far. (Minimum Hours-Final Project - 30 Hours) Signature: _____________________________________________________
DATE: _____________________________________________________
Odyssey Project Presentation Scoring Guide Student Presenter’s Name: _______________________________ Evaluators Role:_______________________________ (Parent, Teacher, Community Member)
Event: _________________________________________ (Fall SLC, Learning Expo, Spring SLC)
Criteria Powerful 5 pts.
Capable 4 pts.
Acceptable 3 pts.
Poor 1 pt.
Purpose Clearly communicates the knowledge, skills, and attitudes learned during all phases of the Senior Project Experience.
Organization Introduction states a clear point. Uses an effective strategy to gains audience’s attention and state intention.
Body develops ideas clearly and effectively. Order of information flows well. Conclusion summarizes and extends to the “bigger picture” and includes future plans. Answers the question “so what?”
Information Describes in detail, process of creating physical project
Explains the “learning stretch” Reflects emotional and intellectual growth or progress
Includes in depth self-reflection Language Use Uses precise and interesting terms Employs correct grammar and usage. Delivery Confident, smooth, focused, and interesting Appropriate attire for professional presentation Well prepared for presentation. Uses sufficient volume, appropriate voice, varied expressions, and clear pronunciation
Employs appropriate posture, eye contact, gestures, and facial expressions
Visual Aids & Other Support Materials Uses appropriate audio and/or visual aids to enhance the presentation. Visuals easily seen by the audience.
Question & Answer Able to answer questions with knowledge, poise, and fluency .
Portfolio One-page overview appears professional and well organized.
Reflects high effort and personal investment. TOTAL: /100
Comments :
Final Odyssey-Odyssey 10 - May 11-21 Advisor & Principal Final Approval
Add FIVE Odyssey Project Presentation Scoring Guides
obtained during Spring SLC’s to your Binder for Odyssey 10.
Be prepared to answer reflective questions such as:
1. What did you learn by doing this process?
2. How might you carry this project forward in the future to develop this further?
3. What might you do differently in future Odysseys?
4. How organized were you throughout the process?
5. Did you meet all deadlines?
6. What did you like about The Odyssey Project?
7. What do you wish you we could do differently or what would be helpful to you
for future Odysseys?
8. What impressed you about this project or what you learned from peers?
9. What did you learn from your project mentor or expert interview process?
10. Was this a successful Odyssey for you? Why or why not?
Schedule Meetings for Final Approval as Follows:
Grades 7-9 Schedule Meeting with Advisors
Grade 10 - Schedule with Dean of Students
Grade 11 - Schedule with Guidance Counselor
Grade 12 - Schedule with Principal
FINAL BINDER CHECK-LIST
_____ Odyssey Project Brainstorming Worksheet
_____ Typed Project Proposal (Odyssey 1)
_____ Advisor’s Project Approval Rubric Form (Odyssey 2)
_____ Mentor Identification-Approval/Acknowledgement/Acceptance Form
_____ Fall SLC Feedback - Odyssey Project Presentation Scoring Guide (Minimum 3)
_____ Typed Reflective Narrative 1
_____ Expert Interview Proposal
_____ Expert Interview Approval Rubric
_____ Typed Expert Interview
_____ Mid-Year Check In Binder Approval
(Advisors use this check-list to verify all of the above components are included)
_____ Learning Expo Feedback- Odyssey Project Scoring Guide (Minimum 5)
_____ Typed Reflective Narrative 2
_____ Peer Review Form Odyssey Project Presentation Scoring Guide
(Include 3 Group-Peer Reviews)
_____ Reflective Narrative 3
(Written Prior to Spring SLC’ Final Project Presentation)
_____ Reference Page/s
_____ Final Mentor Evaluation
_____ Signed Mentor Evaluation Rating Rubric/Form
_____ Odyssey Project Hours Documentation Form
Mentor Acceptance Form
Student Name:____________________________________ Grade: ___________
Advisor: _________________________________________
_____ My mentor is a family member _____ My mentor is not a family member
I have selected my mentor because: ___________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
Mentor Contact Information:
Mentor Name: ___________________________________________ (must be over 21)
Mentor Phone Number: ___________________________________
Mentor Address: __________________________________________________________
Mentor Email: __________________________________________
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To be filled out by Mentor:
_____ I acknowledge the requirements of being a mentor for The Odyssey Project
_____ I have reviewed The Odyssey Project Handbook
_____ I agree to the requirements which include monitoring progress, ensuring deadlines are met, completing evaluations at the end of the project, signing off on project hours log.
_____ I agree to submit to a Manara Employee Volunteer Background Check
_____ I understand that this student has attendance requirements for Odyssey 3, 7 & 9
_________________________________________ ____________________________
Mentor Signature Date
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To be signed by Advisor:
_________________________________________ ____________________________
Advisor Approval (Signature) Date
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