An Honors Project is an independent course of study proposed by a student or group of students, that extends beyond the normal scope of the curriculum and allows students to explore their passions with the guidance of a teacher. Teachers help to guide and mentor Honors Projects in a number of disciplines in different grade levels […]
Author: Mark Silberberg
How do I apply?
A student applying for an Honors Project (new and continuing) will Speak with the proposed project mentor and their advisor about the intended scope and outcomes of the project. Print and complete the Honors Project Application form making sure to include any feedback that was given by the project mentor and/or advisor. Submit the application […]
What are the expectations and responsibilities?
An Honors Project is an independent course of study, carried out under the guidance of a HS faculty member that goes beyond the scope of the curriculum. A student can explore an Honors Project in any field, or course of study – whether offered at LREI or otherwise. Students cannot do an Honors Project in […]
On Reflection
While deep exploration of a subject, topic or question is an essential element of the honors project so too is reflection on the process and experience of learning. We hope that students who engage in these projects come to also understand something of who they are as learners. In this way, the honors project serves […]
Honors Project Pathway Form
All students are required to print this document, complete it with the relevant signatures and then submit it to Co-Principal Margaret Paul.
For Project Mentors
What do teachers serving as mentors need to know? The honors project is not designed to be another “class” that a project mentor teaches (i.e., developing and implementing a curriculum and its associated lesson plans). It may be helpful for mentors to review past projects for inspiration about how best to support students in inquiry […]
Updating Your Blog Post
There are two ways to connect content to your post: Editing the actual post Using the commenting feature (Note: required updates should not be added as comments. Comments can be used as a way to engage in communication with your project mentor or advisor about the project) Editing My Blog Post: Logging in to the […]
The Honors Project Poster
Why do I need to create a poster? While honors projects are largely independent projects, they occur in our wider community of learners. Sharing this work is one of the ways that we affirm our learning values. By making these projects visible to others through the poster, your work can find a wider audience; it […]
Elements of an Honors Project
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