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Tyrone Grant's Capstone

Posted by Tyrone Grant in Senior Capstone · Epps · ILP/TFI/CAP on Monday, May 21, 2018 at 12:27 pm

The goal for my group's senior capstone was to implement what we've learned in engineering and use it to create something fun and interesting.   So the first thing that came up in our minds was to create a go-kart. The idea was a long-shot, but we believed that it was actually possible to make one in the amount of time given. With the collaboration of our mentor Sal, we've been able to make our goal become reachable. So far, we have created most of the critical pieces needed to make a go-kart by using computer design programs (AutoDesk and SolidWorks) which we've learned in engineering, and bought other pieces such as the engine and clutch. We've also put some of the pieces together to see if they fit and function properly. Even though we've made good progress, we're not done with the overall project unfortunately. We still need to weld all the pieces together such as the frame, and axle. In my own perspective, I believe that this capstone displays the best of my engineering abilities such as using different CADs, collaborating with other people, and using my time proficiently, which are aspects that are needed in life.
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Ivana Gutierrez's Capstone

Posted by Ivana Gutierrez in Senior Capstone · Epps · ILP/TFI/CAP on Friday, May 18, 2018 at 11:22 pm

As the year ends we are close to presenting our final project for the year! For my senior capstone I decided to be a bit more creative with myself. I chose to do special effects makeup (sfx), because of my capstone I believe it allowed me to demonstrate of what I am capable of doing and also I believe it’s a fun way of being creative. What I did for project was make two videos, one of the process and the other of all the final looks. Each look took me about an hour and half to create. In the video everything is sped up so it wouldn’t be a long video when someone is watching it. I created three different looks but similar at the same time, they were all horror and gore. The first one I created was a scary clown and I used my brother as the model for it. The second look I created was a torn off face and the last look I created was monster with scary teeth. Both those I created on myself. From creating this project I learned that there is another side of just using regular makeup, there is also other ways to be creative and that hopefully this can inspire others to try something different.

https://youtu.be/PGriW3iQlDM
https://youtu.be/_c7uBFFCo54 
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Alexus Tomlinson Capstone Project

Posted by Alexus Tomlinson in Senior Capstone · Epps · ILP/TFI/CAP on Friday, May 18, 2018 at 10:25 pm

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The goal of my senior capstone was to give back to the community that we take from through some form of community service. But also, to understand more about a stigmatized group in America, the homeless, and educate our peers about homeless people so that we can help go against the negative stigma against them. I worked with a partner, Martha Bangura. Together, we attended two different homeless shelters on multiple occasions throughout the school year. Sometimes when we were both free and sometimes individually, we worked at Old Pine Community Center and The People’s Emergency Center to feed and help the homeless and abused women and children residing in or visiting the shelters. We talked to the administrators of these organizations to learn more about the work that goes into taking care of the homeless and we inquired about why they think so many people are homeless. The process of volunteering at these organizations and finding time to interview faculty was somewhat difficult. We had to work around our busy schedules and choose a clear way to present this project. Overall, I learned a lot about the valuableness of homeless shelters and the lack of housing provided for the homeless. I learned about how so many women and children fleeing from abusive relationships end up homeless. I learned so much more. As a result, my partner and I have created a power point presentation and PSA video to demonstrate our understanding of homeless organizations and educate our peers on homeless people as a whole. 

Tags: Capstone, Karen Epps, Stephanie Reed, 2018
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Amara capstone

Posted by Amara Idris in Senior Capstone · Epps · ILP/TFI/CAP on Friday, May 18, 2018 at 10:09 pm

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  For senior project, our  main a focus was on the African root connection because this club is  create a school family for the student through learning about our African cultural roots and this club have every aspect of Africaness also we had non -African student who want learn about  African Cultures. Africa is broadly divided in to five as regions but were focsed on two regions the East and west African coutries history and culturies.

 Many SLABeeber students have prejudices about life in Africa.  They believe people from Africa wear long dresses and all African immigrants cover their heads.   

SLABeeber students from Africa have been asked questions like “Why do you cover your head?”, “Why don’t you speak English”, “Do you wear clothes in Africa” and called names like “African Booty Scratcher” and told “Go back to Africa!” and “If you took off your hijab, you’d be pretty”.  The best way to help people understand African culture is to teach them about it. With our African Culture Club, we helped students learn about African cultural clothing and food. We planned activities like attending educational presentations and cooking African food.

Our club helped students learn how to make injera, a local African flatbread. Students at SLABeeber now have a better understanding of African culture because we taught them the reasons behind the food we eat and the clothes we wear.  The club members were so surprised to learn why we cover the heads. Our club members know to understand the traditions of Africa.


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Marieam Bah Capstone - Homeless Care Packages

Posted by Marieam Bah in Senior Capstone · Epps · ILP/TFI/CAP on Friday, May 18, 2018 at 9:56 pm

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Everyday we get up to brush our teeth with toothpaste, wash our bodies with soap, shampoo and condition our hair, moisture our bodies with lotion, and for women use the necessary feminine hygiene items. We are fortunate to have these small, but dire necessities daily. Unfortunately, 400,000 of 1.6 million Philadelphians are not as lucky. My mission is to create 50 personal care packages for homeless men and women in Philadelphia complete with necessary toiletries including toothpaste, toothbrush, shampoo, conditioner, lotion, soap, socks, a bottle of water, and pads/tampon for women. My motivation for helping the homeless came after watching a YouTube video I came across randomly, it was about homeless women who struggled monthly to get the necessary feminine care products like pads and tampons. I was immediately moved by the video and decided to apply my efforts to respond to the issue via my senior capstone project. I set out to raise $300 to purchase the necessary supplies for 50 care packages through donations in-person and online. I was able to raise $165.70, this will be enough for 30 care packages. It is 20 less packages than my goal, however I am happy to be able to make any contribution, no matter how small to helping those less fortunate than most with the most basic of necessities. I am also glad for the lesson I have learned in taking on this project and the support I received from my family, friends, teachers, and people that believe in the project.


Tags: #helpingthehomeless #charity #SLAB
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Syed Jamil Capstone

Posted by Syed Jamil in Senior Capstone · Epps · ILP/TFI/CAP on Friday, May 18, 2018 at 6:53 pm

​For my Capstone, I have been looking over the essays that I have written throughout my high school career, and I challenged myself to choose a few essays that resemble my overall growth as a writer. This was quite difficult as writing is one of my strengths and passions. However, I did not let this get the better of myself. Upon looking through the essays with a critical eye, I was able to easily pick out essays that resemble my growth as a writer. I chose this as my capstone because I wanted to challenge myself to not only find out whether or not I successfully create a project that exhibits my writing, both as a passion and strength, but to also see how far I have grown as a writer and reflect on the overall impacts that writing had upon my life.

Reflection: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1yI5l1k80j5ExovbxhQLYRJVu5YurWidQ47CESh9pwzc/edit?usp=sharing
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Senior Capstone - Santana Outlaw

Posted by Santana Outlaw in Senior Capstone · Epps · ILP/TFI/CAP on Friday, May 18, 2018 at 11:01 am

​For my senior capstone, I made the decision to focus on student activism. My passion for politics has been strongly represented throughout my 4 years in SLA@Beeber, through projects, classwork assignments, and class discussions. In order to represent said passion, I decided to document student activist moments. The video is only a portion of my entire capstone, so it's shorter in length. I made the decision to give back to the school community by creating a space where political views are shared with no judgement. The name of the club is Fundamental Rights for Everyone, Everywhere (F.R.E.E.) Club. 
I created this video to show off students/teenagers that aren't just lazy kids. We sacrifice our time to give back to our communities, fight for our rights, and prioritize our lives. Students can too, be activists. In fact, society's youth often begin new trends; it's never denounced that our voices have recently had an influx of impact. Even though the word spread about my club, I feel as though this was a great opportunity to talk about the importance of student/youth involvement in politics. Too often, I've seen my peers pretend to care about an issue just for the sake of saying something. There's also the concern that it'd be overwhelming. I wanted this video to show the softer and less heated side of protests and politics-based discussions.
I hope people benefit from my efforts in the school, and that students here keep the motivation to fight.
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Christopher Jones Capstone

Posted by Christopher Jones in Senior Capstone · Epps · ILP/TFI/CAP on Friday, May 18, 2018 at 10:57 am

My name is Christopher Jones and for my senior capstone, I decided to find a way in which I could reward and recognize all the hardworking student-athletes here at SLA Beeber. With that being said, alongside with my colleague and close friend Amir Lomax-Osaghae, we put together a sports award assembly; recognizing and shining light on all the student-athletes here at SLA Beeber for their hard work and sacrifices, as they proudly represented our school throughout the school year. As far as the process, when it came to organizing my capstone, we had a pretty easy time getting the assembly set up and ran due to the outstanding coaches and staff here at SLA Beeber. From this capstone, I have picked a tremendous amount of organization and leadership skills while also earning how to properly and better manage my time.


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Radiatou Diarra - Capstone

Posted by Radiatou Diarra in Senior Capstone · Epps · ILP/TFI/CAP on Friday, May 18, 2018 at 2:08 am

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For my senior capstone, I decided to do a club named African  Roots Connection because this club is create a school family for the student through learning about our African cultural roots and this club have every aspect of Africans also we had non -African student who want learn about  African Cultures. Africa is broadly divided in to five as regions but were focused on two regions the East and west African countries history and cultures. Many SLABeeber students have prejudices about life in Africa. They believe people from Africa wear long dresses and all African immigrants cover their heads.  SLABeeber students from Africa have been asked questions like “Why do you cover your head?”, “Why don’t you speak English”, “Do you wear clothes in Africa” and called names like “African Booty Scratcher” and told “Go back to Africa!” and “If you took off your hijab, you’d be pretty”. The best way to help people understand African culture is to teach them about it.   With our African Culture Club, we helped students learn about African cultural clothing and food. We planned activities like attending educational presentations and cooking African food. Our club helped students learn how to make injera, a local African flatbread. Students at SLABeeber now have a better understanding of African culture because we taught them the reasons behind the food we eat and the clothes we wear.  The club members were so surprised to learn why we cover the heads. Our club members know to understand the traditions of Africa.
Tags: Capstone, Karen Epps, Bonnee Bentum
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Asmar Beyah - Capstone

Posted by Asmar Beyah in Senior Capstone · Epps · ILP/TFI/CAP on Thursday, May 17, 2018 at 11:51 pm

For my capstone, I wanted to focus on African American hairstyles and hair care because of how much i care about my own hair. I wanted to make a video and inform my peers on the history of African American hairstyles and hair care. The video contains content about the struggles of “black hair”, where we get our inspiration from with our new hairstyles and products, and also how has hair and hair products evolved. I also talked about people who influenced our hair. The video is a digitized timeline where I date back information as far as the 1400s. I feel as though this is important because a lot of people in SLA@Beeber have now been taking care of their hair and it is starting to become a trend in our school. You can walk down the halls and hear females students talking about different hairstyles they want or different hair products they use. For the young men in our school, a lot of them have been brushing their hair or wearing a durag, not as a fashion statement but as a way to care for their hair. I want people to know where their hair products and hairstyles originated from. I feel as though that will make people will appreciate their hair more if they learn the information I will give them.
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