Learning Goals & Products

Learning Goals

1

I will be able to apply woodworking safety protocols and tool procedures to complete a project safely and accurately

2

I will be able to interpret and follow detailed woodworking instructions and plans to build a functional chair or bench

3

I will be able to measure, cut, assemble, and finish lumber to construct a durable senior chair or north lawn bench

4

I will be able to evaluate design options for a senior chair or bench based on community need, usability, and school spirit

5

I will be able to document my woodworking process with photos and video to communicate decisions, techniques, and progress

6

I will be able to revise my woodworking project using critique from Mr. Wyatt, Mr. Poole, and peers to improve craftsmanship and function

Products

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Wooden Senior Chair or North Lawn Bench

Create one finished woodworking product that serves a real school need: a senior chair or a bench for the north lawn. The piece should be safe, functional, and well-crafted, with a finish that reflects careful workmanship.

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Process Portfolio and Exhibition Video

Produce a photo record and short video that show your planning, building, revisions, and final reflection. Use it to explain your design choices, challenges, and the impact of the finished piece on the school community.

Rubric
Competency Progression Rubric Competency-first rubric
Category
Learning Goal
Stage 1
Stage 2
Stage 3
Stage 4
Deeper Learning Competencies
Collaboration
  • I can effectively collaborate with my peers by actively participating in forming project groups, openly sharing my ideas and design goals, and making shared decisions that consider everyone's interests.
  • I can work with my peers to initiate and complete shared woodworking tasks, making sure I listen to others' ideas and contribute my own
  • I participate in group discussions and help find solutions when we face challenges
  • I show that I can make decisions together with my team and seek feedback from my peers and mentors like Mr
  • Wyatt or Mr
  • Poole to improve our project.
  • I can effectively co-design projects with my peers, showing active participation in decision-making and contributing ideas that strengthen our work
  • I demonstrate leadership by facilitating group discussions and helping resolve conflicts, ensuring that every team member feels heard and valued in the woodworking project creation.
  • I can effectively collaborate with my peers and community partners, actively participate in shared decision-making, and demonstrate leadership skills by integrating diverse ideas and resolving conflicts to create a meaningful woodworking project that enhances our school's environment.
Deeper Learning Competencies
Content Expertise
  • I can explore and practice basic woodworking techniques by participating in demonstrations and experimenting with different tools and styles
  • I follow detailed instructions with guidance, using input from peers and community partners to complete simple parts of the project with support.
  • I can apply woodworking techniques to create a chair or bench with some guidance and instruction
  • I am able to demonstrate basic skills in using woodworking tools safely and accurately, and I can explain my design choices, taking into account the needs of the school.
Deeper Learning Competencies
Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
  • I can explore and choose innovative solutions to woodworking challenges by experimenting with different tools and techniques
  • I solve complex problems by considering various design options and their impact on the community, making thoughtful decisions that enhance the school environment.
Deeper Learning Competencies
Effective Communication
  • I can confidently share my woodworking project by presenting a clear and organized video and photo documentation that explains my design choices, techniques, and the steps I took to create my senior chair or benches
  • I engage in meaningful discussions with my peers, teachers, and community partners during the exhibition to effectively communicate my project's impact on the school community.
Deeper Learning Competencies
Academic Mindset
  • I can confidently connect my woodworking project to the school community by creating a chair or benches that reflect my personal identity and contribute positively to the communal space
  • Through this process, I deepen my understanding of craftsmanship and enhance my sense of belonging, showcasing my ability to critically reflect on and communicate the impact of my work.
Deeper Learning Competencies
Self Directed Learning
  • I can independently set goals for my woodworking project and, with guidance, adjust my strategies based on peer and mentor feedback
  • I can regularly document my progress through photos and videos, using these reflections to guide my next steps in the project.
  • I can use feedback from my peers and community mentors like Mr
  • Wyatt or Mr
  • Poole to make improvements to my woodworking project
  • I recognize areas where I need to enhance my techniques and apply suggestions to refine my design
  • I regularly document my progress with photos and videos, showing how I adjust and improve my skills throughout the project.