Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Graduation Project?

The Graduation Project is a culminating activity that allows students to demonstrate the knowledge and skills they have accumulated throughout their school career. The project provides an opportunity for a student to choose an area of interest, conduct in-depth research, and demonstrate problem solving, decision-making and independent learning skills. The project, which represents years of education and achievement, should be a challenge and will require a concerted effort. However,by approaching it in a step-by-step fashion, and by meeting the deadlines as they occur, the project is manageable. The payback will be the sense of accomplishment felt for a job well done, as well as the experiences gained along the way.

How does Freshman Seminar relate to the Graduation Project?

The goal of Freshmen Seminar is to simulate the process of the completing the Graduation Project. Students will complete a "mini" Graduation Project. By the time a student completes Freshman Seminar, (s)he will have chosen a topic for their Graduation Project and to have begun the research for writing the rough draft.

Can the IB extended essay count for the GP research paper?

Yes, as long as the paper meets the guidelines for both programs. Please contact Ms. April Hoffman with questions concerning the IB requirements.

Can a student fail the Graduation Project?

No. Students will be given the chance to revise and resubmit any portion of the Graduation Project.