Unit 8Optional • June – July
Litha: Senior Prep & Portfolio Development
6th Principle: Goal of world community
☀️ Unit Overview
At Litha, we prepare for senior year—building portfolios, researching futures, and exploring how to contribute to the world community.
🎯 Learning Goals
- • Build academic portfolio
- • Research colleges/careers
- • Draft application essays
- • Prepare for standardized tests
- • Develop senior year plan
Summer Projects
Portfolio Development
Weeks 1-2Gather best work from 9th-11th grade. Organize by subject. Write reflections. Create a digital portfolio.
College & Career Research
Weeks 3-4Explore 5+ colleges/universities OR trade schools. Compare programs, costs, locations. Virtual tours and info sessions.
Essay Writing & Test Prep
Weeks 5-6Brainstorm personal essay topics. Draft Common App essay. Take practice SAT or ACT. Create study plan.
Service & Senior Planning
Weeks 7-8Plan or complete a community service project. Map out 12th grade courses. Set application deadlines.
📺 Just Can't Day Alternatives
🎓 Ready for Senior Year!
Completing this summer unit means you're well-prepared for 12th grade. You'll have:
- • A polished portfolio showcasing your best work
- • A clear understanding of your post-graduation options
- • A draft of your personal essay
- • A study plan for standardized tests
- • A roadmap for your senior year