Proposal

Springfield Township High School Graduation Project Proposal

A clear understanding of your research topic, project option, and implementation plan is essential for completing a successful Graduation Project. The purpose of the Graduation Project Proposal is to help you organize your thoughts as you proceed with your research and project. In paragraph form, discuss the following information and answer all relevant questions. Your Proposal should be double spaced and use 12 pt Times New Roman font.

Note: The Proposal must be accepted by your advisor before you begin your project!


 * Project**

Briefly describe your intended project. What will you do? Where will you “work”/volunteer? With whom will you work/volunteer?

I can possibly help at the Art Sanctuary downtown and create murals or graffitti.

Project Outcome or Goal What products will result from your “work”/volunteerism? Describe how you will use the product in order to demonstrate your topic and experience.

From my project I will create a mural that shows the influence of Hip-Hop culture in urban neighborhoods.

Project Completion Strategies How will you go about completing your project? Describe your plan for implementing and completing your project.

I will make a powerpoint presentation as well as giving a speech and a rap about the history of Hip-Hop. I can also use props and clothing to show how Hip-Hop culture has changed over time. Also I can get the class involved by doing a rap “cipher,” in which a group of people freestyle adding something to the others rhyme. Project Resources and Materials What will you need to complete your project? Describe materials, resources, people, hours, etc. that are necessary for you to complete your project.

I will need clothing, Microsoft Powerpoint, turntables, speakers, headphones, a mic, a DJ, 30-40 hours
 * Research**

Research Topic: Briefly describe the topic of your research and why you chose this topic..

History of Hip-Hop and it's influence on American culture

Essential Question: State your essential question.

How did Hip-Hop evolve as American society changed and how did it reflect that change?

Prior Experience:

Have you had any prior experience(s) with this topic? If so, please describe. I've had prior experience with hip-hop music through listening to music and creating hip-hop music

Research Benefits:

Who or what will benefit from your research investigation? Potential hip-hop artist and communities could benefit from knowing their history and the impact it has had

Potential Sources: List and describe potential reliable sources (people, organizations, etc.) for information about your topic. How will you contact them? What will you hope to learn from them?