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All grades  Project 4 weeks

"Possibility Quest: Discovering Me!"

Cathy H
TH:Pr4.HS1.b
CCSS.Math.Content.HSS-MD.B.5
CCSS.Math.Content.HSS-MD.B.5
Self Directed Learning
Academic Mindset
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Purpose

This project invites students to explore their identities and potential through a blend of mathematics, arts, and social-emotional learning, with sensitivity to diverse learning needs such as social anxiety, IEP accommodations, learning disabilities, and ASD. Over four weeks, students engage in self-directed and collaborative activities that integrate probability with character development in drama, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills. By collaborating with community partners, students identify resources and support systems that enhance their learning journey. The project culminates in a visual and conversational exhibition where students reflect on their growth and insights, using alternative methods to demonstrate knowledge that align with their unique learning profiles.

Learning goals

Students will explore their identity and possibilities through project-based learning that integrates social-emotional skills, probability, and drama. They will develop self-directed learning by using feedback and reflection to understand themselves and their community resources. By engaging in critical thinking and problem-solving, students will address complex questions about their place and identity, culminating in a visual and conversational exhibition. Through this process, students will strengthen their academic mindset, self-awareness, and collaboration skills, while accommodating diverse learning needs, including alternative methods for demonstrating knowledge consistent with social anxiety, IEP accommodations, learning disabilities, and ASD.
Standards
  • [Common Core] CCSS.Math.Content.HSS-MD.B.5 - (+) Weigh the possible outcomes of a decision by assigning probabilities to payoff values and finding expected values.
  • [Common Core] CCSS.Math.Content.HSS-MD.B.5 - (+) Weigh the possible outcomes of a decision by assigning probabilities to payoff values and finding expected values.
  • [National Core Arts Standards] TH:Pr4.HS1.b - Shape character choices using given circumstances in a drama/theatre work.
Competencies
  • Self Directed Learning - Students use teacher and peer feedback and self-reflection to monitor and direct their own learning while building self knowledge both in and out of the classroom.
  • Academic Mindset - Students establish a sense of place, identity, and belonging to increase self-efficacy while engaging in critical reflection and action.
  • Critical Thinking & Problem Solving - Students consider a variety of innovative approaches to address and understand complex questions that are authentic and important to their communities.

Products

Students will collaboratively create a dynamic visual presentation that incorporates elements of their identity, values, and personal growth narratives, with options for alternative formats to accommodate diverse needs. Throughout the project, they will develop character sketches and scenarios that explore decision-making processes, using probability to weigh outcomes and expected values. These sketches will be brought to life through drama performances or alternative methods such as storytelling or digital animations, allowing students to shape character choices and reflect on their learning journey. The final exhibition will include a Q&A session, where students present their findings and insights to a community audience, accompanied by a reflective journal and a digital entry on the school website.

Launch

Start the project with a "Who Am I?" digital gallery, where students create and share personal multimedia collages that represent their identity, interests, and aspirations. This format accommodates various communication preferences and allows for private sharing options. Invite community partners and family members to contribute their stories and resources via recorded messages or virtual participation. Facilitate a reflective discussion in small groups, providing a comfortable environment for students with social anxiety or specific accommodations, to explore diverse possibilities within their community.

Exhibition

Students will create a visual presentation and engage in a conversational Q&A session to showcase their learning journey, with accommodations for social anxiety and IEP needs. This exhibition will highlight their reflections on identity and personal growth, supported by journaling and conferencing milestones. Students may choose alternative formats, such as digital storytelling or recorded presentations, to share with a staff study group, display as a poster, and feature on the school's website, allowing them to articulate changes in their thinking and perspective.