Frequently Asked Questions
The High School and Beyond Plan/Culminating Project is a state graduation requirement beginning for the class of 2008 (WAC 180-51-061). In Federal Way Public Schools this requirement is met when students complete a High School and Beyond Plan/Culminating Project Master Portfolio.
How will the schools keep track of what we have finished on the High School and Beyond Plan/Culminating Project Master Portfolio?
You can track your progress on Informer or Grades Online. You can also access your High School and Beyond Plan/Culminating Project Master Portfolio worksheet in your Advisory.
I’m a visual person. May I see a sample portfolio?
Yes, absolutely! Sample copies of the Decatur High School High School and Beyond Plan/Culminating Project Master Portfolio were given to each advisory teacher and are available in the Career Center. You may also view the sample portfolio online: Sample Master Portfolio.
What if I don’t submit a High School and Beyond Plan/Culminating Project Master Portfolio? Is there a possibility I will not graduate?
You will not graduate from Decatur High School if you fail to complete the High School and Beyond Plan/Culminating Project Master Portfolio.
What If I’m in Running Start or PSSC?
All students who participate in Running Start, PSSC, or other equivalent programs are required to complete High School and Beyond Plan/Culminating Project Master Portfolio and meet their building requirements. Students who intend to participate in these programs need to plan carefully to ensure completion of the High School and Beyond Plan/Culminating Project Master Portfolio within their school’s published deadlines.
What if I’m an English Language Learner (ELL) Student?
ELL students who receive services will have an individualized plan detailing how each student will meet the High School and Beyond Plan/Culminating Project Master Portfolio requirements. Each student’s plan will be developed by a team including the student and ELL teacher(s), counselor(s), and parent/guardian(s) with the approval of the District-level representative for ELL. A building administrator will approve all plans.
Are Students with Disabilities or 504 plans expected to complete a High School and Beyond Plan/Culminating Project Master Portfolio?
Students with disabilities may require accommodations and/or modifications to complete their work. Student IEP's or 504 plans will detail how each student will meet the High School and Beyond Plan/Culminating Project Master Portfolio requirements. The plan may include input from the student, parent/guardian(s), Special Education teacher(s), counselor and general education teacher(s) who are familiar with the student’s needs. A building administrator will approve all plans.
What if I transfer from another school in the district?
Since the High School and Beyond Plan/Culminating Project Master Portfolio is a Federal Way Public Schools graduation requirement, students will still be required to complete all requirements when transferring from one high school to another within the District.
I’m new to the district do I have to complete a High School and Beyond Plan/Culminating Project Master Portfolio?
Students who transfer into Federal Way Public Schools from another district and are given senior, junior, sophomore, or freshman standing at their new school, will be required to complete the High School and Beyond Plan/Culminating Project Master Portfolio. Students who transfer into Federal Way Public Schools from another district, whose transcripts reflect that the student has completed a High School and Beyond Plan and a Culminating Project at their former school, may be exempted from completion of the Federal Way Public School's High School and Beyond Plan/Culminating Project Master Portfolio.
