Phase 2 - Build Part I

Managing Your Vision

Keep the project focused, realistic, and visible as the first big build stretch begins.

Open this when

Use It At The Right Moment

Rewrite the project goal in one sentence before every major work session.
Choose the next visible proof: sketch, prototype, recipe test, code screen, interview, photo, draft, or log.
Use check-ins to name what changed, what is blocked, and what support is needed.

Save as you go

Keep in the loop

Student moves

Rewrite the project goal in one sentence before every major work session.
Choose the next visible proof: sketch, prototype, recipe test, code screen, interview, photo, draft, or log.
Use check-ins to name what changed, what is blocked, and what support is needed.
Remove features that make the project bigger without making the CTE proof stronger.

Teacher and mentor checks

Listen for scope creep and help students cut features that do not strengthen the required evidence.
Ask for the next visible proof when a student describes progress without examples of the work.
Use check-ins to separate normal confusion from blockers that need adult support.

A project gets stronger when students can explain the goal, audience, evidence, and next move without wandering.

Adults cannot coach invisible work. Save drafts, photos, screenshots, measurements, feedback, and revisions early.

If the idea keeps expanding, return to the approved proposal and cut anything that does not prove the core skill.