Sunday, August 29, 2010
My Senior Project
My senior project idea is to raise money for new anatomy models for the science room. Our science room has old, outdated models and I realized we need some new models. Doctors and just about any profession in the medical field use models to explain to patients their injuries. It makes it a whole lot easier to visualize what is happening compared to being told what is happening. Most people learn better visually so I would like to take the chance to get models for kids at Oakbrook to learn human Anatomy much easier. It would show kids first hand where certain organs are, what they look like, and what the inside of a human really looks like. For the research portion of the project I would shadow a Physicians Assistant at the Spartanburg Regional Hospital. Then to get the money for the models I would call and send letters to companies that the PA Im shadowing knows. Also, my dad works for a company that is in the medical field and I can send a letter to his company and ask for money or talk to his boss. Overall I want new models at Oakbrook to encourage better hands on learning, so kids understand science more thoroughly.
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Tim, This is a good idea - from what I hear the High School has significant needs in this area. I like the concept of how you will request money as well, though you may find it hard in this economy to get willing donors - the letter should go out soon, and you should consider following up at least some of the letters with a phone call, especially to local companies or places with Oakbrook contacts. You may want to talk with the adminstration at the school about companies that families own or work for and consider soliciting them specifically, with your very targeted objective. Anatomy models are expensive but if you get extra money (always a lovely prospect) you may want to have backup items that are needed as well. Talk with the high school teachers and find out what they need... Good start! Let me know if I can help... Dr. B
ReplyDeleteHey Tim, fundraising is an ambitious project. you will learn a great deal and it will stretch you.
ReplyDeleteWhat is your dollar goal?
Sounds great Tim- have you spoken with Mr. Hinds yet about the fundraising aspect of the project?
ReplyDeleteYes, I have spoken with Mr. Hinds and he said my project is a good idea and he said he would help me with the grants. The budget for my project is between $200-$400.
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