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12th Grade  Project 5 weeks

Kitchen Remodel Adventure: A DIY Journey!

Diego M
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Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
Content Expertise
Collaboration
Effective Communication
Academic Mindset
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Purpose

Engage in an immersive learning experience by remodeling your kitchen, applying real-world problem-solving skills as you learn new tools and techniques. Collaborate with experienced family members and community partners, ensuring shared learning and mutual growth. Transform your physical space while enhancing personal growth, skill development, and patience. This project will culminate in a celebratory gathering, marking both the completion of your kitchen and the achievements of your personal journey.

Learning goals

For your kitchen remodeling project, focus on developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills by exploring innovative approaches to design and construction challenges. Gain content expertise in woodworking and use feedback to refine your techniques. Collaborate with family members for guidance and engage in effective communication to present and reflect on your learning process. Cultivate patience and resilience through self-directed learning and critical reflection, setting a foundation for future projects.

Competencies
  • 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.
  • Content Expertise - Students develop key competencies, skills, and dispositions with ample opportunities to apply knowledge and engage in work that matters to them.
  • Collaboration - Students co-design projects with peers, exercise shared-decision making, strengthen relational agency, resolve conflict, and assume leadership roles.
  • Effective Communication - Students practice listening to understand, communicating with empathy, and share their learning through exhibiting, presenting and reflecting on their work.
  • Academic Mindset - Students establish a sense of place, identity, and belonging to increase self-efficacy while engaging in critical reflection and action.
  • 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.

Products

Throughout this learning experience, create a detailed project plan that outlines each phase of your kitchen remodel, including designs and material lists. As you progress, maintain a reflective journal documenting your daily challenges, solutions, and learnings. Conclude the project with a before-and-after portfolio that showcases the transformation of your kitchen, and host a celebratory meal as a tangible demonstration of your achievement.

Launch

Begin your kitchen remodeling project with a workshop led by your cousin, where you learn essential woodworking skills and operate the machines you'll need. This hands-on session will not only provide you with foundational skills but also build your confidence before diving into the project. Use this time to outline your remodeling plan, setting clear goals and expectations for the journey ahead. It’s also an opportunity to discuss and brainstorm innovative approaches to tackle any potential challenges.

Exhibition

Host a celebratory gathering with your family to unveil the remodeled kitchen, showcasing your hard work and transformation journey. Prepare and share your favorite meal in the newly renovated space, highlighting the practical and emotional significance of your project. Share before-and-after presentations or guided tours to illustrate the process, challenges, and growth you experienced. Encourage your guests to reflect on the changes and engage in a discussion about the skills and learnings involved in such a hands-on project.