Senior Explorations Internship Handbook 2021

Senior Explorations
Internship Program Handbook
2021

Acknowledgements

BYRAM HILLS HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR EXPLORATIONS
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

The Senior Explorations Internship program represents a collaborative effort among many members of the Byram Hills High School administration, faculty, and staff, both past and present. this program has come into existence and has been sustained through the exceptional commitment of the following professionals:

Dr. Jen Lamia, Superintendent
Dr. Tim Kaltenecker, Assistant Superintendent
Ms. Gina Cunningham, Assistant Superintendent
Mr. Chris Walsh, Principal
Ms. Kristen Sautner, Assistant Principal
Ms. Colleen O'Connor, Assistant Principal
Mr. Chris Borsari, Former Principal
Mr. John A Chambers, Former Superintendent
Dr. Jacquelyn L. Taylor, Former Superintendent
Dr. William M. Donohue, Former Superintendent
Mr. Robert Croke, Former Program Coordinator

Acknowledgements (cont.)

Sandy Abt
Jock Montgomery
Wendy Dassau
Allan Pryor
Deborah Stampfer
Byram Hills School District Board of Education
Byram Hills High School Student / Faculty Senate
**Special thanks to Allan Pryor for his endeavors as Program Coordinator during the pilot 1998-1999 year of this program.

Jennifer Croke, Program Coordinator
(914) 273-9200 x4984
jcroke@byramhills.org

Kristen Sautner, Administrative Coordinator
(914) 273-9200 x4921
ksautner@byramhills.org

Kathy Triolo, Office Assistant
(914) 273-9200 x4901
ktriolo@byramhills.org

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Table of Contents

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ACKNOWLEDGMENTS 2-3
TABLE OF CONTENTS 4
INTRODUCTION 5-10
2020-2021 IMPORTANT PROGRAM DATES 11
OVERVIEW OF STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES 12
OVERVIEW OF ADVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES 13-14
OVERVIEW OF SITE SUPERVISOR'S RESPONSIBILITIES 15
OVERVIEW OF PARENT RESPONSIBILITIES 16
SUGGESTIONS FOR THE SENIOR INTERN 17
IBD'S 10 SECRETS TO SUCCESS 18-19
STANDARD INTERVIEW QUESTIONS 20
EMAIL/COVER LETTERS 21
SAMPLE EMAIL/COVER LETTER 22
2021 AP EXAM CALENDAR 23
QUESTIONS 24

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Introduction

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PROGRAM PHILOSOPHY
Byram Hills Senior Explorations is designed to provide students with the opportunity to become productive and responsible citizens of the 21st century. The program enables students to extend their learning beyond the school. It offers an opportunity for students to apply their high school knowledge and skills to an independent career exploration in an area of personal interest.

PROGRAM OBJECTIVES
Upon completion of the program, students will become more:
* Self-directed, self-reliant, and confident learns,
* Creative thinkers and problem solvers,
* Responsible citizens,
* Effective communicators,
* Collaborative workers, and
* Knowledgeable about careers and their own career interests.

INTERNSHIP PROCESS - ALL OPTIONS
Teachers who have only seniors in their classes become faculty advisors for our students (approximately 35 teachers this year.)

Students are assigned to an advisor in January based on the students' schedules. Faculty advisors will serve as liaisons with parents and sites.

We have three formal meetings with the students throughout the year.

Ms. Croke is available during C block, lunch periods and via email. Ms. Sautner and Ms. Triolo are available in the main office and via email. Please reach out with any questions!

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Introduction (cont.)

2021 THREE PROGRAM OPTIONS

A - Traditional Internship Program

B - Remote Program Project

C - Hybrid Internship Program

Introduction (cont.)

TRADITIONAL PROGRAM OVERVIEW
This option has the Senior securing a site that can accommodate 20 hours of meaningful work for the student in person, virtually, or a combination of both.

The Senior will still meet with their faculty advisor weekly and will need to complete the expectations form, resume and daily journal.

A final presentation is also required.

REMOTE PROGRAM PROJECT
This option allows the Senior to engage in a meaningful career exploration project that incorporates valuable real life scenarios. It is fully remote with some virtual components.

This option will have the Senior completing research into potential careers, preparing and practicing interviewing, amongst other assignments.

A final presentation is also required.

HYBRID PROGRAM OVERVIEW
This program option has the Senior secure a site that can accommodate 10 hours of meaningful work for the student in person, virtually, or a combination of both.

The Senior will still meet with their faculty advisor weekly and will need to complete some written assignments in coordination with the internship they have chosen.

A final presentation is also required.

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SITE SELECTION - TRADITIONAL and HYBRID
Recommended list of sites that have been used by students in the past.

Community members contact us to offer internships.

Networking with family, friends, and contacting organizations of interest.

Traditional offerings (politicians/businesses/law firms) are often used.

Areas of pursuit: Philanthropic, College/Career and personal interest.

*Virtual internships are possible/encouraged this year.

SELECTION OF PROGRAM OPTIONS
We ask Seniors and parents to discuss the three program options that are available this year and which fits their situation best.

We also encourage the exploration into Traditional and Hybrid options early, as many sites are offering limited internships.

We will be asking to confirm which option the Senior will be participating in by January 15, 2021. A google form will be sent.

** Please note program options may need to be adjusted.

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GUIDELINES
The internship runs the last six weeks of the school year (May 3rd - June 11th).

Students may not intern at a place where they've previously worked, be supervised by a family member, receive compensation, intern where family has membership, or intern at a private residence (for in-person experiences).

We reserve the right to limit the number of interns at a particular site.

DETAILS
Students who are taking AP classes, peer leaders, Chemistry TAs, and Computer Science TAs get two hours off per day.

Students who are traveling more than 25 miles to their internship (NY City) get five hours off per week (if choosing the traditional program with an in-person internship experience.)

Students meet with their faculty advisors in school once each week or virtually to check in on their weekly progress.

Online virtual etiquette is expected.

Introduction (cont.)

PROGRAM OUTLINES & FORMS - All OPTIONS
The program outlines will be available electronically on the website.

All forms are electronic this year.

The only paper forms needed are for traditional and hybrid programs: the printout with a parent's signature of the internship permission and medical emergency/transportation forms. (This is the same process used to obtain a parking pass.)

During the last week of internship, a parent evaluation will be sent to the email on record in eSchool Data.

FINAL PRESENTATION - ALL OPTIONS
The internship final presentation is the last assessment students have before they graduate.

Students are allowed to virtually invite their site supervisor, parents, teachers, and friends. Presentations are scheduled and managed by faculty advisors.