1. THEME SSAGE
Mendez GATE Symposium
2013

2. What is a Symposium?
 A chance for our Honors students to
show what they are interested in.
 A chance for you to show your hard work.
 A chance for you to develop your research
skills.
 A chance for you to explore the things that
interest you and see how it affects the
world around you.

3. THEME SSAGE
Our symposium focuses on the
ESSENTIAL QUESTION :
What is the message (theme) resulting
from this project and how might this
message contribute to society?

4. What do I need to do?
 You will choose what interests you and make
sure that the subject crosses into other subjects
you know.
 You will meet with at least two mentor teachers
that will guide you through the process. You will
meet with your mentors at least three times.
 You will develop your ideas in a way that is
unique to YOU!
 You will present your work on the day of the
symposium. Your presentation should be 5-10
minutes long.

5. SUBJECTS TO THINK ABOUT!
 Hmmm… Maybe I can use some of these!

6. What do I need to do first ?
First you need to fill out an intent to participate form.
Choose your partners (they can be across grade levels
BUT you must get permission from your mentor teacher
to do so), or choose to work by yourself. Choose your
mentor teachers.
Next, choose your topic. Think about the BIG IDEA you
want to show about your topic.
Then, think about what other subjects your topic can
connect with.
Finally, have your first meeting with your mentor. They will
help steer you in the right direction as you discuss your
ideas with them.

7. Important Deadlines
Thursday, April 18
You must:
Have project chosen with main topics and connected disciplines
Meet with Ms. Romeo or Ms. Cabrera about project
Meet with both Advisors at least once
Thursday, May 2
You must:
Finish the research needed for project
Decide on how the project will be presented
Meet with both Advisors at least twice
Thursday, May 16
You must:
Finish all aspects of the project (research, findings, media, presentation)
Rehearse at least three times, at least once in front of their advisor
Meet with advisors at least three times
Bring project to Ms. Romeo or Ms Cabrera
Intent to Register form must be turned into Ms. Romeo or Ms. Cabrera by
Monday, April 15!!!!!

8. Chief Advisors
 6th Grade Ms. Hyatt rm. 214
 7th Grade Ms. Cabrera rm. 202
 8th Grade Ms. Romeo rm. 215
 If you have any questions about the symposium
and what you need to do, contact your mentor
teacher, or one of the teachers above!

9. When and Where is the Symposium?
 Thursday, May 23, 2013
 5:00 through 7:00 p.m.
 Mendez Gym and other classrooms

10. Is there anything else I need to
know?
 You must look
professional when you
present your project.
 All visitors will be given questions to ask
you. You will be prepared to answer them
because you will have the questions in
advance.
 There will be awards!

11. SEE YOU SOON!
We are so proud of our
Mendez Students!
We CAN’T WAIT to see what
you will do!