C-G-D 2016 Seniors' "Life Projects" benefit local communities and residents

Clarion-Goldfield-Dows Senior Life Projects are one for the ‘record books’ for 2016. The communities served by the school district, local residents, and the graduating seniors themselves all benefit from their efforts. C-G-D senior English instructor Bobbie Tillman orchestrates the annual event, as she has for the past 19 years. “The class is introduced to the junior class at the end of each school year,” she said. “They receive a packet of information on what is expected of them, along with some possible ideas to help get students’ thoughts going. If it is possible, it is nice for students to get some of their Life Project work done in the summer between their junior and senior year when they might have more time.” All potential projects must be approved by Tillman before their work begins.

All 57 graduating seniors in the class of 2016 are required to complete their project to receive their C-G-D diplomas. Much like middle school Peer Helpers, the community has begun to count on the volunteer efforts of some of the senior English work.  Each project must include a minimum of 25 hours of work.

The Life Project experience for Tillman, who began as a helper with Dianne McLaughlin, comes to an end with this graduating class. “For the most part, this a good class of students who wanted to do their projects. They were very determined and conscientious about getting things done," she said.

For summaries of all the senior Life Projects, see the May 26 edition of the Monitor.