EHS SENIOR GRADUATION PROJECT PROPOSAL
Students will submit a completed proposal to the google classroom. Please type names where
“signatures” are required. You must get approval from your advisor prior to submitting. In addition, if
your project is a “camp” you will need to get approval from your varsity head coach. If your project is
during a sporting event or activity, you need to get approval from Mr. Buttchen.
Student Name: Travis Kraus Date: 4/23/25
Student Email: kraustra000@[Link]
Parent Name: Tim Kraus Parent E-mail: tckraus98@[Link]
Parent Cell # 1-(608)-576-5595
Title of Project: Community Service at the Rock County Humane Society
Learning Path: Service-Learning/Community Service OR Experiential (circle one)
A. ABSTRACT (What are you going to do?)
This summer, I plan to volunteer at the Rock County Humane Society (RCHS), where I will assist with
animal care and general shelter operations. My goal is to help the animals and gain first hand experience
within a non-profit organization.
B. LEARNING PATH/STEPS (See Sample if needed)
1. Learn about the RCHS and complete volunteer training.
2. Volunteer regularly, observing shelter operations and animal needs.
3. Document experience and learning via journal.
4. Develop new skills (Animal handling, teamwork, etc).
5. Analyze experience for final presentation.
C. PROJECT STEPS (See Sample if needed)
1. Apply to RCHS, complete onboarding and training.
2. Establish and follow a consistent volunteer schedule.
3. Perform assigned animal care and support duties.
4. Log volunteer hours and journal experience.
5. Gather documentation and prepare final presentation.
D. DOCUMENTATION (How will you show evidence?)
1. Verified volunteer hour log.
2. Experience journal.
3. Photographs.
4. Final project presentation.
E. PROJECT JUSTIFICATION (Explain why you are doing this.)
My want for animal welfare drives this project. Volunteering at RCHS allows me to directly help
animals locally and gain practical experience in a non-profit organization.
F. ACADEMIC HONESTY
I know it is illegal to copy someone else's words without giving them credit. It is also illegal to fabricate
information and/or have someone else write any part of my paper or do my work on the project. Any of
these things constitutes plagiarism and violates the school's Academic Honesty Policy. To do so will
result in a failing grade on the paper, the project, or both, and if guilty, I will not graduate, or take part in
the ceremony in June.
G. COMPLETION DATES
December or April Presentation (circle one)
COSTS? Please explain.
Transportation
Commitment/Authenticity Oath:
“I understand all of my responsibilities in completing this project, including meeting all deadlines,
handing in the time log, written report, and completing the oral presentation. I also understand that all
work on my Graduation Project must be my original work. I will properly cite all sources used in
accordance with Evansville Community School District policy. Any plagiarism will invalidate my project
and will jeopardize my graduation.”
Student Signature:
_________________________________ Date ________________________
Parent Signature:
_________________________________ Date ________________________
Advisor Signature:
_________________________________ Date ________________________
Athletic/Activity Director:
____________________________________Date_________________________
(if your project is during a sporting event or activity or if they involve modifying the grounds in anyway)
Varsity Head Coach:
________________________________________Date_________________________
(if you are holding a camp)
SGP Coordinator (Mrs. Buttchen)
Signature:_________________________________ Date________________________
