What do first-year Senior Project schools commonly experience?
Of course, there is a great deal of excitement, many expectations, some struggling, and much problem solving and, occasionally, program challenges from staff, parents and seniors. (Remember, no amount of information, planning, or prior experience will ever make the path perfectly clear.) The program is complex and encompassing. Sophisticated programs do not happen the first year; quality takes time and work. We advise schools to set yearly goals and maintain perspective. However, perhaps the most universal experience is double-edged. One side is filled with pride, excitement, and a vision of what could be. The other side represents stress, concern and surprise related to the overall quality of the seniors work and, often, evidence of lack of skills or appropriate attitudes. The Senior Project often begins with duality: excitement and frustration.
