Read more student perspectives on midterm projects here.
“Yes. I think it shows you have a better understanding than a test because anything could go wrong on test day.”
– Freshman Jackson Schilling
“Yes. Projects are a good alternative because it’s a similar level of work and effort you put in.”
– Sophomore Cecelia Lauer
“No. Exams are better at testing a broad range of skills and abilities, compared to projects which usually focus on one or two specific details in a subject.”
– Junior Wilson Klingelhofer
“Yes. Projects are a suitable alternative because it’s good to work with people, and you can still show all of your work and knowledge.”
– Senior Leah Rogers
“Yes. Each class is unique, so in some classes, a project or other alternative might fit that class better than a test.”
– Science teacher Janet Mulder
