What is an e-Communication endorsement?
The e-Communication endorsement is an extra notation on the transcript of a graduating senior showing that the student went above and beyond their regular class work to complete extra learning experiences, in addition to maintaining a solid GPA.
We encourage all our students to become endorsed!
Why should I get one?
- The endorsement is a good indication for colleges and employers that they are looking at a super-dedicated e-Communication student. It is like an honors designation.
- Students who complete endorsement projects end up with some impressive extra projects in their portfolios to show potential colleges, clients or employers.
- Endorsement projects give the student the valuable learning experience of working with clients – developing professional communication and collaboration skills.
What kinds of things can I do to get endorsed?
- Accumulate hours of work above and beyond assigned class projects. There are several ways to accumulate hours:
- Complete projects for clients. Clients often come to us, but you may also find your own.
- Enter extra projects in competitions (like our eMagine Media Festival).
- Take a college course, summer tech camp, etc. JCCC is a great place.
- Teach others what you’ve learned – assist with a class, or work with a teacher or a client who needs to learn what you know.
- Work at e-Communication events like Open House, or eMagine.
Log your hours on our website, and save all your work in a safe place.
What are the requirements?
- Sophomores through seniors (2017-18):
- Accumulate 100 hours of work above and beyond assigned class projects — 50 hours during the junior year, and 50 during the senior year.
- Maintain at least a 3.0 GPA in the 4-year e-Communication course sequence, and at least a 2.5 overall GPA.
- Present your projects at Senior Show. Parents, staff, and others attend to support you and enjoy your accomplishments.
- Freshmen of the 2017-18 school year:
How do I check my hours?
e-Comm parents and students may see what e-hours have been logged for their endorsement. To log in, please use your user ID (eg. 555abc55) and password to log onto a District computer. Here is the link:
online.olatheschools.com/21century/21century.php