I need to understand the project
Start: Purpose And Program Guidelines / Before Phase 1
Know the purpose, official update spots, and the rules for your pathway before choosing an idea.
One step at a time
Project Process
Do not read the whole project at once. Choose the step that matches where you are today, then follow that page's first moves.
Use This Like A Checklist
- Pick the step that matches where you are today.
- Read only Do This First before opening the deeper panels.
- Use the checklist and save evidence as you work.
- Ask for help as soon as one part is unclear.
Not sure?
Use The 20-Second Chooser
Pick the sentence that sounds most true. You can always change pages later.
I do not know what this project is yet.
Start with the purpose and program rules.
I have an idea, but it is not approved.
Go to Phase 1 and work on the proposal.
My idea is approved, but I need to make progress.
Go to Phase 2A and create evidence.
I built something and need to explain it.
Go to Phase 2B or Phase 3A.
I already presented and need to finish.
Go to Celebration, portfolio, grades, or final reflection.
Start here
Where Are You Right Now?
Choose the sentence that sounds most like your current problem.
I need to understand the project
Start: Purpose And Program Guidelines
I need to get my idea approved
Phase 1: Kickoff
I am starting the real work
Phase 2A: Build
I need to prepare my presentation
Phase 2B: Build Part II
I am presenting my project
Phase 3A: Present
I need my display ready
Phase 3B: Celebrate
I need to finish strong
Phase 4: Give Thanks, Reflect, Launch
I need final grades and recognition
Finish: Grades, Recognition, And Final Reflection
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All Steps In Order
I need to get my idea approved
Phase 1: Kickoff / September
Turn a rough idea into a Core Concept Proposal that adults can understand and approve.
I am starting the real work
Phase 2A: Build / October-December
Move from approved idea to visible progress, evidence, check-ins, and first mentor feedback.
I need to prepare my presentation
Phase 2B: Build Part II / January-February
Use final build progress to plan what you will say, show, practice, and schedule.
I am presenting my project
Phase 3A: Present / Presentation Day
Explain your project clearly in your mentor's class and answer questions with evidence.
I need my display ready
Phase 3B: Celebrate / Celebration Day
Create a Celebration Day display that helps visitors understand the process and final outcome.
I need to finish strong
Phase 4: Give Thanks, Reflect, Launch / Senior Project Week
Complete gratitude, reflections, resume updates, and the professional portfolio path you chose.
I need final grades and recognition
Finish: Grades, Recognition, And Final Reflection / End Of Cycle
Check where the project counts, what rubrics expect, and what evidence may support recognition.