For my capstone project I chose to make the documentary that showcases all the projects my fellow classmates have done for their capstones. The point of doing this was to inspire the following generations on their future projects because, they might be like me in a sense that in the beginning they have no clue what they want to do for this project.
Doing capstone has made me realize a lot of things. It’s made me realize the importance of budgeting my time in order to get it done before the first round. For a good portion of my senior year I wasn’t too worried about capstone. In fact the realization of its importance didn’t actually resonate with me until I had actually taken the class dedicated to the project. That's when It all hit and everything was real and I was short on time. However I was super lucky to have so much support from my teachers and classmates, especially one in particular.
By their support I am able to say by this time May 8, 2022 I’m about ready to start piecing the final product. That leads into another thing capstone has taught me, I’m not alone. A lot of the time I usually don’t rely on others to help me and I’ve always felt as if no one was able to help me but myself. This however has changed for me. I’ve learned that I don’t have to take on big things like this project all on my own. I have people there to support me along the way and it’s the best thing I could possibly ask for.
Along with this capstone has also helped me bond with my fellow classmates. I was quiet and reserved until I started working on this project. Now I can call people my friends and I don’t have to spend my last year in high school all alone.
All together this project has induced something for the better in me. Especially when I first released my teaser. When my classmates got emotional and overwhelmed watching it I wanted to cry, happy tears of course. I want this project to reach their hearts and spark motivation in my underclassmen and those moments really emulated that I was indeed doing my job.
As of right now, I cannot say I’m done with my job. The end goal is to have this project done and ready to show my entire school. It will be then, that I will be able to describe the feeling of truly serving my community. However, with the small pieces I do have, I never knew how good it felt to serve my school community in this aspect. Makes me want to cry happy tears just thinking about it. While there are a whole lot of positives in this entire experience there were moments that I would describe as challenging or negative.
One of these moments is definitely trying to keep up with my other classes as well as trying to get in field work and the project done at the same time. I’ve experienced multiple burnouts but I believe that in the long run it has taught me about time management. Granted I started this super huge project very late in the year (around February). Another challenging aseptic was the lack of motivation I’ve experienced as well. There were times where I wanted to give up and not do it anymore because it was a huge responsibility and a lot to handle but, I kept telling myself it’ll be worth it. Indeed it is.
Capstone as a whole affected me a whole lot more than what I thought it would. If I’m being completely honest, I thought this whole building a website and judges and graduation requirement was kind of a nuance. However, now that I’m sitting here reflecting on the experience and writing my feelings down as they come, this project has taught me a whole lot. This project has really helped me grow as a person and as a student and I think the experience has made learning these skills that I have all the more special in a sense.
Learning these skills and this feeling through this method is probably the most impactful learning I have ever experienced in my 4 years of high school. I know that this experience will stay with me as I continue my journey into becoming a productive member of society and a better student as well.
Doing capstone has made me realize a lot of things. It’s made me realize the importance of budgeting my time in order to get it done before the first round. For a good portion of my senior year I wasn’t too worried about capstone. In fact the realization of its importance didn’t actually resonate with me until I had actually taken the class dedicated to the project. That's when It all hit and everything was real and I was short on time. However I was super lucky to have so much support from my teachers and classmates, especially one in particular.
By their support I am able to say by this time May 8, 2022 I’m about ready to start piecing the final product. That leads into another thing capstone has taught me, I’m not alone. A lot of the time I usually don’t rely on others to help me and I’ve always felt as if no one was able to help me but myself. This however has changed for me. I’ve learned that I don’t have to take on big things like this project all on my own. I have people there to support me along the way and it’s the best thing I could possibly ask for.
Along with this capstone has also helped me bond with my fellow classmates. I was quiet and reserved until I started working on this project. Now I can call people my friends and I don’t have to spend my last year in high school all alone.
All together this project has induced something for the better in me. Especially when I first released my teaser. When my classmates got emotional and overwhelmed watching it I wanted to cry, happy tears of course. I want this project to reach their hearts and spark motivation in my underclassmen and those moments really emulated that I was indeed doing my job.
As of right now, I cannot say I’m done with my job. The end goal is to have this project done and ready to show my entire school. It will be then, that I will be able to describe the feeling of truly serving my community. However, with the small pieces I do have, I never knew how good it felt to serve my school community in this aspect. Makes me want to cry happy tears just thinking about it. While there are a whole lot of positives in this entire experience there were moments that I would describe as challenging or negative.
One of these moments is definitely trying to keep up with my other classes as well as trying to get in field work and the project done at the same time. I’ve experienced multiple burnouts but I believe that in the long run it has taught me about time management. Granted I started this super huge project very late in the year (around February). Another challenging aseptic was the lack of motivation I’ve experienced as well. There were times where I wanted to give up and not do it anymore because it was a huge responsibility and a lot to handle but, I kept telling myself it’ll be worth it. Indeed it is.
Capstone as a whole affected me a whole lot more than what I thought it would. If I’m being completely honest, I thought this whole building a website and judges and graduation requirement was kind of a nuance. However, now that I’m sitting here reflecting on the experience and writing my feelings down as they come, this project has taught me a whole lot. This project has really helped me grow as a person and as a student and I think the experience has made learning these skills that I have all the more special in a sense.
Learning these skills and this feeling through this method is probably the most impactful learning I have ever experienced in my 4 years of high school. I know that this experience will stay with me as I continue my journey into becoming a productive member of society and a better student as well.