The Presentation

We want you to look sharp for your Senior Boards because appearance does count. You only get one chance to make a first impression. We want you to dress for success and to reflect Warwick Pride. Please follow these guidelines:

Gentlemen

• Bathe, comb your hair and shave. If you have a beard or mustache, trim it so it looks neat. Avoid heavy aftershave. Make sure that your fingernails are also clean.

• Wear a shirt with a collar. Tuck it in and wear a tie! If you do not know how to tie a knot properly, see your English teacher.

• Wear nice slacks. They may be dress slacks or khaki trousers that fit you. No jeans and no baggy pants. You may also wear a sports jacket if you wish.

• Polish your shoes. Nothing looks worse than to see a nicely dressed young man only to have his appearance ruined by the presence of dirty shoes! By the way, no sneakers, please.

Ladies

• Bathe, comb your hair, and wear minimal makeup. Easy on the perfume! This is a professional presentation, not an evening date.

• Make sure fingernails are clean and avoid bright nail polish.

• Wear dresses/skirts that cover all the essentials. Skimpy or provocative clothing is not appropriate for the presentation. If you wear a dress or skirt, be sure to wear nylons.

• Wear shoes, not sandals.

• Wear minimal jewelry. Nothing should distract from your speech.

Tips for Ladies and Gentlemen

If you are wearing a specific uniform or costume for your presentation, that is O.K.
Just make sure the uniform or costume is clean.

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Senior Board Presentation Notification

Senior Board Presentation Notification

TO:

Date of Board Presentation:

Time:

Room #:

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General Reminders:
ALL REQUESTS TO CHANGE SENIOR BOARD PRESENTATION DATES AND TIMES WILL BE DENIED.

If you miss your presentation, you will not be rescheduled. 60+ other people are relying on you to be prepared and to adhere to the time guidelines (this means not going under OR over!). Also, if you are LATE – you will not be given extra time to present.

If you are using PowerPoint, your presentation must be on a USB-drive. You will not have access to “HS Lab,” your email, etc.

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Senior Project Presentation Rubric

WVHS Senior Project Presentation Rubric – Delivery

COMPONENT: Eye Contact

DISTINGUISHED – 9.5 – 10.0

• Direct, lingering and comprehensive

• Speaker uses eye contact to punctuate & dramatize specific points

PROFICIENT 8.0 – 9.0

• Direct and fairly comprehensive eye contact

• Some judges get more attention than others

COMPETENT 6.5 – 7.5

• Some direct eye contact may focus too much or too long on a judge, OR

• May look over judges’ heads

BELOW GRADUATION STANDARD 0. – 6.0

• Rarely or reluctantly makes eye contact, OR

• Never makes eye contact

COMPONENT: Voice

DISTINGUISHED – 9.5 – 10.0

• Adapts volume to room

• Uses vocal variety

• Enunciates well

• Vocal expression always matches content

• Uses effective pauses

• Sincerity & vitality are evident

PROFICIENT 8.0 – 9.0

• Uses ample volume

• Varies rate & volume

• Enunciates most words clearly

• Vocal expression usually matches content

• Sincerity obvious, but vitality and enthusiasm are less so

COMPETENT 6.5 – 7.5

• Can be heard and understood most of the time

• Little vocal variation

• Vocal expression sometimes or rarely matches content

• Sincere tone, but vitality or enthusiasm are barely apparent

BELOW GRADUATION STANDARD 0. – 6.0

• Speaks too softly or rapidly for understanding

• Speech may be marked by mumbling or dropping the voice

• Voice is flat or non-expressive

COMPONENT: Appearance and Poise

DISTINGUISHED – 9.5 – 10.0

• Dresses to honor the occasion

• Appears comfortable throughout the speech

• Recovers with grace

• Enjoys experience

• Shows self-respect and respect for audience

PROFICIENT 8.0 – 9.0

• Dresses neatly and suitably

• Appears comfortable much of the time

• Recovers with relative ease

• Exhibits a pleasant and respectful demeanor

COMPETENT 6.5 – 7.5

• Dresses too casually for the occasion

• Shows discomfort at times

• Unease obvious when mistakes occur

• Seems relieved to conclude

BELOW GRADUATION STANDARD 0. – 6.0

• Dresses inappropriately, OR

• Distractedly

• Is clearly nervous, OR

• Disgruntled

• Appears to be going through the motions in deference to final exam requirements

COMPONENT: Audio Visual Component

DISTINGUISHED – 9.5 – 10.0

• Mode of exhibition is ideal for the product

• Integration is logical and smooth

PROFICIENT 8.0 – 9.0

• Mode of exhibition is appropriate for the product

• Integration is sensible and relatively smooth

COMPETENT 6.5 – 7.5

• Mode of exhibition is acceptable but appears to have been carelessly planned/assembled

• Placement shows lack of integration, OR

• is awkward in execution

BELOW GRADUATION STANDARD 0. – 6.0

• Mode of exhibition is so poorly planned and executed that it diminishes the overall impact of the presentation

COMPONENT: Question & Answer Session

DISTINGUISHED – 9.5 – 10.0

• Responds knowledgably and eagerly

• Exhibits great poise

PROFICIENT 8.0 – 9.0

• Responds knowledgably

• Does not appear uncomfortable

COMPETENT 6.5 – 7.5

• Responds with effort, OR

• partially answers question

• Seems uncomfortable at times

BELOW GRADUATION STANDARD 0. – 6.0

• Responds with vagueness, OR

• does not really answer the question

• Is clearly uncomfortable

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PRESENTATION SCORING SHEET

Student Name:

Start Time:

End Time:

Distinguished (9.5 – 10)
Proficient (8.0 – 9.0)
Competent (6.5 – 7.5)
Needs Improvement (Below 6.5)

CONTENT

___Intro: Speaker establishes theme/purpose in a compelling manner

___Body (1): Speaker gives sufficient information on process and experience

___Body (2): Speaker uses logical organization and clear transitions

___Conclusion: Speaker reflects thoughtfully on gains and legacy

___Language: Speaker meets requirements of standard English

DELIVERY

___Eye Contact: Is direct and comprehensive

___Voice: Uses appropriate volume, diction, rate, and emotion

___Appearance & Poise: Dresses with respect for the occasion; performs with comfort

___Audio-Visual: Mode of exhibition is appropriate and integrated into presentation smoothly

___Question/Answer: Speaker responds knowledgably and with poise

___TOTAL (out of 100 points)