Phase 4: Action
During the Action phase, your class turn their school-board approved proposal into action. As a way to demonstrate your progress, your class will make a creative presentation for the Wild Treasures Program Director, with the possibility of earning Governor's Sustainability Award! The length of this phase varies depending on the extent you choose to integrate the program into your other curriculum. We recommend that you schedule your creative presentation no later than the first Friday in June.
Student Website: wildtreasuresstudents.weebly.com/phase-4-action.html
Objectives
- Turn school-board approved proposal into action (1-2 months, intermittent)
- Present evidence of accomplishments to WT Program Director no later than the first Friday in June (2-3 classes)
Scope and Sequence
Below you will find suggestions for how to facilitate the final phase of this program. Remember, your WT Teaching Assistant will be with you at every step! All of the resources and forms mentioned are located on the Student Website, linked above.
b. You can explain the reasons behind your Action Plan by applying the Core Concepts
- Decide as a whole class how to proceed with both carrying out the proposed actions AND convincing your the Wild Treasures Program Director that you’re well on your way to achieving your goals. Make sure that your actions are consistent with the proposal approved by your school board. Brainstorm in small groups and then make decisions as a whole group.
- For your creative presentation, your class could create a film, make a PowerPoint presentation, plan an exciting guided tour, or anything else that's engaging and informative. Make sure the presentation follows the Action Plan Rubric and demonstrate these two important points:
b. You can explain the reasons behind your Action Plan by applying the Core Concepts