The LVCP Class of 2018 jumped in to project-based learning with the Identity Project, a rite of passage for all students in which they ask and answer important questions, including: What factors shape and reveal our identities? How do we present ourselves to others consciously and subconsciously? Who ultimately defines a person’s character? The perceiver, or the perceived? How does sharing our identities expand our compassion? | |
The guiding piece of this project is the plaster mask they create and decorate. The front, or outside, of the mask represents either how they present themselves, or how they feel they are perceived by others. The back, or inside, of the mask should represent who they feel they truly are inside.
Freshmen love this project. Here's their feedback in their own words:
"I liked examining my outward feelings and thoughts and see how they reflect my inner ideals." - Taylor
"I liked exploring my identity and watching other people around me explore theirs." - Cheryl
"I liked that you get to learn more about other people and more about yourself. I like that you had to really dig deep inside of your self in order to get the perfect mask. I also like that you got to know more about people and become better friends with them." - Grant
Freshmen love this project. Here's their feedback in their own words:
"I liked examining my outward feelings and thoughts and see how they reflect my inner ideals." - Taylor
"I liked exploring my identity and watching other people around me explore theirs." - Cheryl
"I liked that you get to learn more about other people and more about yourself. I like that you had to really dig deep inside of your self in order to get the perfect mask. I also like that you got to know more about people and become better friends with them." - Grant