Mr. Wolfe's English Class



“By three methods we may learn wisdom: first, by reflection, which is noblest; second, by imitation, which is easiest; and third, by experience, which is the most bitter.”~ ConfuciusWith exhaustion, relief, excitement, bitterness, pride, or whatever cocktail of emotions you carry upon graduation, it may be difficult to put a value on your experiences thus far in life. However, to validate your efforts and experiences, you will be asked to take some time to reflect on who you’ve become and where you are going.Mentor Letter 25 pts (essay)Write a one page professional letter to one person (family, friend, co-worker, teacher, etc.) who has assisted you throughout your high school career and in life. Include specific details describing how this person has helped motivate, inspire, persuade, or simply listen to you throughout the last four years. Note that this person may be someone who has challenged you, convicted you, or inspired you. Describe how this person has made you a better person. Also discuss how you plan to proceed in your future with the foundational knowledge and inspiration this person has given you. How will you apply this to your future life? Describe your future plans: What will you realistically accomplish academically, professionally, and personally, by the time of your ten-year high school class reunion? Consider your desired end result and what steps you should take to achieve your end result. You will submit the typed and signed letter to me for credit and give the letter to that person as well.Sound Track 25 pts (Daily Assignments)Create a soundtrack with at least 10 songs (or poems) that represent significant events/benchmarks and philosophies/worldviews you have developed throughout the years. Consider finding songs that do both to maximize the impact of your list. Also consider songs that aren’t necessarily your taste in music, but clearly meet the criteria. In other words, don’t just limit yourself to what’s on your Ipod. Provide the list in a logical fashion with both artist and song and then provide a brief analysis of the song, including key lyrics that tie to your choice of that song. Also include reasoning for its position in the lineup.50 pts Presentation (Test/Quizzes)Create a mixed media poster/PowerPoint/Prezi/Powtoon/short film that captures who you have become and what you value as an individual which you must present in a 3-5 minute presentation. You may choose to narrate or provide details in your presentation to connect/explain your choices.You will have points deducted from running too short or long. This means you must practice it in advance! Yes, time yourself. Include in your presentation significant items that represent you and your experiences. You may use literature (nonfiction, fiction, plays), symbols, quotes, mottos, slogans, movies, TV shows, theatrical performances, cultural background, people, experiences, family sayings/traditions, theories, sport teams you follow or play, musicians/artists/groups that you admire, special hobbies/interests you have, album art, photographs, college icons, job/career info. Also feel free to include music or a slide from your soundtrack. Of the elements you choose to include, be sure they are balanced, accurate, and help convey your experiences more effectively. You will be assessed based upon the thought, effort, quality, variety, and creativity put into the final piece.Mentor Letter (25)Content:____/15Meets required criteriaFull page (single spaced)Remains focused on mentor and his/her impactClearly communicates mentor’s impact through detail/reflectionCraft:_____/10Formatting is correct for a professional letterTone & word choice remains appropriate for subject matter and venueConventions are all correct (grammar, punctuation, sentence fluency)Soundtrack (25 pts)Songs:_____/10Clear demonstration of variety appropriate to separate stages, events, developmentChoices provide dynamic and depth to worldview/philosophy/ experiencesSongs are appropriate for venueSongs are clearly appropriate for criteria and academic settingMinimum of 10 songs/poemsExplanation:_____/15Explanation provides thorough insight and depth to studentConventions and usage are correctAddresses content, tone, symbols, etc. from music to connect to studentAll songs are individually and properly addressedMultimedia PresentationContent:_____/25Provide multiple media to communicate development & experiencesContent is well chosen for venue and demonstrates depth and reflectionContent covers both personal and educational developmentTimeline of content covers entire life with a clear emphasis on high schoolCraft:_____/25Presentation is well rehearsed, presenter is professionalWell edited, conventionally, chronologically, and in media choicesPresentation tells a story – develops the character of the presenterMedia is well chosen and effectively utilized to provide impactClear investment and ownership demonstrated through creativity and detailsExperiences/development/paradigms are clearly developed and demonstratedTime frame of presentation is within 3-5 minutesYes____ No____ (-5) TOTAL:_____/100 ................
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