Frequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions of students and parents.
Do I need to write out my whole oral presentation ?
Actually, the less you have written out and the more you speak from your knowledge-base, the better. The note cards should have clues or reminders of what you want to say. However, you should practice what you are going to say so that the presentation flows and you don't forget what you want to say. The idea is to impress the judges with your knowledge rather than with your reading ability.Back to Top
Actually, the less you have written out and the more you speak from your knowledge-base, the better. The note cards should have clues or reminders of what you want to say. However, you should practice what you are going to say so that the presentation flows and you don't forget what you want to say. The idea is to impress the judges with your knowledge rather than with your reading ability.
Do I need a prayer in my oral presentation?
There is no prayer required in the 2010 Oral Presentation. There is however a requirement to tell how the topic you choose can promote a Christian Social Justice Principle.Back to Top
There is no prayer required in the 2010 Oral Presentation. There is however a requirement to tell how the topic you choose can promote a Christian Social Justice Principle.
I am afraid to speek in public. What should I do?
You will have sufficient opportunity to practice in front of your peers in school. The practices will help you overcome your fears.Back to Top
You will have sufficient opportunity to practice in front of your peers in school. The practices will help you overcome your fears.
May I wear a costume for my oral presentation?
Yes. Check with your advisor or Sr. Martha if you need additional information.Back to Top
Yes. Check with your advisor or Sr. Martha if you need additional information.
If I have any other questions, where should I go?
Start with your advisor and then come to see Sr. Martha if you are still confused.Back to Top
Start with your advisor and then come to see Sr. Martha if you are still confused.
How long should the oral presentation last?
The Oral Presentation should be 3 to 5 minutes. One point for more or less time will be deducted from the final score.Back to Top
The Oral Presentation should be 3 to 5 minutes. One point for more or less time will be deducted from the final score.
The Journal is worth six points but I do it for 19 weeks. Mistake?
The weekly journal entries will be recorded by the advisors according to the rubric and at the end of the project, the scores will be averaged.Back to Top
The weekly journal entries will be recorded by the advisors according to the rubric and at the end of the project, the scores will be averaged.
If I am confused about the next step what should I do?
Make an appointment with your advisor and keep it. Quick questions can also come to Sr. Martha.Back to Top
Make an appointment with your advisor and keep it. Quick questions can also come to Sr. Martha.
How should I get in touch with my advisor?
Write a note and have Mrs. Dubray or your homeroom teacher put it into the advisor's mailbox. You can also write the advisor a note in the journal which she/he will read each week. When you first meet with your advisor get an idea of which days are best to meet. Most teachers have meetings on Thursday afternoon. Mornings are usually good but you need to have your driver agree to leave early.Back to Top
Write a note and have Mrs. Dubray or your homeroom teacher put it into the advisor's mailbox. You can also write the advisor a note in the journal which she/he will read each week. When you first meet with your advisor get an idea of which days are best to meet. Most teachers have meetings on Thursday afternoon. Mornings are usually good but you need to have your driver agree to leave early.
May I do my research on ANY topic?
We certainly encourage you to look at age appropriate topics and to keep in mind that we are a Catholic/Christian school which teaches the values that Jesus died to teach to us. If you stay within these parameters, your interests are what matter most.Back to Top
We certainly encourage you to look at age appropriate topics and to keep in mind that we are a Catholic/Christian school which teaches the values that Jesus died to teach to us. If you stay within these parameters, your interests are what matter most.