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High Tech High School

Subject
Biology, Humanities, Interdisciplinary

Grade Level
11

The Boneyard Project

In this task, students will explore the similarities between the anatomy and physiology of small animals and humans while also considering the ethics of using animal products.

This task includes:
1. Task Description
2. Additional Resources: About the author, learning goals, timeline, real world connections

Source
High Tech High School

Subject
Engineering, Mathematics, Science, Interdisciplinary

Grade Level
8

The Bridge Project

In this task, students will exmplore the PBL learning by working in groups to construct a bridge out of toothpicks alone that will withstand the greatest weight. 

This task includes:
1. Task Description
2. Student Work: 11 examples

Source
High Tech High School

Subject
Mathematics

Grade Level
7

The Contracting Project

In this task, students will be introduced to how math is incorperated into the work place by learning what it takes to run a contracting business.

This task includes:
1. Task Description
2. Student Work: 17 examples
3. Additional Resources: Required materials, timeline, real world connections, assessment activities, student reflections

Source
High Tech High School

Subject
Humanities, Mathematics, Science, Interdisciplinary

Grade Level
9, 10, 11, 12

The Maritime Project

In this task, students will explore the history of maritime culture by taking part in multiple field trips to suppliment a Captain's log. 

This task includes: 
1. Task Description
2.  Student Work: 2 eamples
3. Additional Resources: About the authors, learning goals, content topics, CA state standards

Source
High Tech High School

Subject
History/Social Studies, Humanities, Interdisciplinary

Grade Level
7

The Mayan Community Project

In this task, students will extensively research the Mayan culture and create an A-Z children's book with what they've learned. The class will sell their books as a fundraiser to help children in Mayan communites attend school. 

This task includes:
1. Task Description
2. Student Work: 3 examples
3. Additional Resources: Assessment Activities, timeline, required materials, learning goals, teacher reflections, student resources, Mayan PowerPoint presentation

Source
High Tech High School

Subject
History/Social Studies, Humanities, Interdisciplinary

Grade Level
8

The New Americans Project

In this task, students will be partnered with a new American, or someone who has immigrated, and learn about their lives through interviews and research. 

This task includes:
1. Task Description
2. Student Work: 12 examples
3. Additional Resources: Teacher reflections, content topics, learning goals, literature circle suggestions, timeline, real world connections, sample parent letter, lesson plan, rubric

Source
High Tech High School

Subject
Graphic Design, Multimedia, Mathematics, Interdisciplinary

Grade Level
6, 8

The Parchitecture Project

In this task, students will use Google Sketch Up to design a play area for the new school. They will have total creativity freedom with the one guideline that it must be accessable to everyone. 

This task includes:
1. Task Description
2. Student Work: 7 examples
3. Video: Example of students using Google Sketch Up to design their play area
4. Additional Resources: Budget sheet, supply cost, peer critique sheet, about the authors, learning goals, CA state standards, required materials, timeline, real world connections
 

Source
High Tech High School

Subject
Multimedia

Grade Level
9, 10, 11, 12

The Senior Year

In this task, multimedia students will create a year long documentary that encompasses the hectic life of senior year.

This task includes:
1. Task Description
2. Additional Resources: Learning goals, content topics, required materials, CA state standards, timeline, real world connections, student reflections

Source
High Tech High School

Subject
Science

Grade Level
8

The Toy Factory

In this task, students will create any kind of toy using an electric motor, switch, and battery. This project will culminate in them trying to sell their toy at exhibition. 

This task includes:
1. Task Description
2. Student Work: 7 examples
3. Additional Resources: Learning goals, CA state standards, required materials, real world connections

Source
High Tech High School

Subject
History/Social Studies, Humanities, Interdisciplinary

Grade Level
8

This American Life: An Immigration Project

In this task, students will explore the trials of immigration as well as the history of a group of immigrants through interviews, literature circles, and field experiences. 

This task includes:
1. Task Description
2. Additional Resources: About the authors, teacher reflections, learning goals, content topics, timeline, real world connections, assessment activity

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