Frequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions of students and parents.
What are the goals of the completion project?
The completion project should showcase a student's skills in reading, writing, research, documentation, and public speaking.Back to Top
The completion project should showcase a student's skills in reading, writing, research, documentation, and public speaking.
When is the project worked on?
Although it is often called the "senior" project, Dallas has chosen to include the project in the junior year, with project presentations occurring in the spring. However, if a student fails to complete the project requirements in his junior year, he will (and must) fulfill the project commitment in his senior year.Back to Top
Although it is often called the "senior" project, Dallas has chosen to include the project in the junior year, with project presentations occurring in the spring. However, if a student fails to complete the project requirements in his junior year, he will (and must) fulfill the project commitment in his senior year.
How is student progress monitored by the advisor?
The advisor should meet with his student advisee periodically to discuss and offer input to the project. A log of activities and time spent should be kept by the student and advisor.Back to Top
The advisor should meet with his student advisee periodically to discuss and offer input to the project. A log of activities and time spent should be kept by the student and advisor.
What kind of documentation is required for the research paper?
MLA style documentation is required for all research components of the project. Use the current MLA Handbook or go to the MLA link provided in the Completion Project Updates "LINKS".Back to Top
MLA style documentation is required for all research components of the project. Use the current MLA Handbook or go to the MLA link provided in the Completion Project Updates "LINKS".
Who judges the project presentations?
Teachers and administrators of the Dallas School District act as judges. There are two judges for each presentation.Back to Top
Teachers and administrators of the Dallas School District act as judges. There are two judges for each presentation.
When must the projects be ready for presenting this year?
Presentations in 2010 are scheduled for May 5th and May 12th. These are Act 80 days on which the school day ends at 12:00; students will present in the afternoon on one of those days.Back to Top
Presentations in 2010 are scheduled for May 5th and May 12th. These are Act 80 days on which the school day ends at 12:00; students will present in the afternoon on one of those days.
How many students can work together on a project?
A maximum of three students can work together. Remember that even if students work as a group, all paperwork must be done individually/separately by each student within the group.Back to Top
A maximum of three students can work together. Remember that even if students work as a group, all paperwork must be done individually/separately by each student within the group.