The Gifted Kids Network

An e-portfolio is a collection of a student’s work in electronic format.

1. Supporting files of various formats (text, pictures, video, etc.) 

2. Evaluations, reflections and recommendations 

3. Writing samples
4. Projects prepared for class or extracurricular activities 

5. Evidence of creativity and performance 

6. Evidence of extracurricular activities, including examples of leadership

A portfolio is an opportunity for a student opportunity to reflect on his/her experiences and accomplishments over the year(s).  As students enter high school the portfolio is a way to document activities and accomplishments they want to share with prospective employers and colleges. 

• Begin by creating a record of your accomplishments. What activities have you been involved in? Have you won any awards and special recognition?
• Next reflect on your experiences. What you’ve learned and how you will use the information you have learned?
• Google yourself and see what comes up. Are there any surprises?
• Create a document with your online presence. What are your screen-names, what social networks do you belong to? What will potential employers and schools see about you?

A wiki is a great way to create your online portfolio.  Younger students can keep their portfolio private.  As students begin thinking about college and job search they can share their portfolio with prospective colleges and employers. 

Here is a sample portfolio for a high school junior:

Name:  Jonathan

Educational goals:  pursue a career in public health and medicine

6^th grade

1. yearbook 6^th grade editor of the year
2. Science fair, first place in regional science fair, “how does heat affect metamorphosis?”
3. honor roll second semester
4. math award

7^th grade

1. year book 7^th grade editor of the year
2. history roundtable participant
3. organized video drive to collect videos and games for new hospital
4. honor roll first semester
5. elected to NJHS – Shakelton
6. History day
   1. first place in group documentary category at regional history day competition
   2. Participated in Colorado State history day
7. citizenship award

8^th Grade

1. NJHS secretary and webmaster
2. yearbook Head Editor
3. science fair project on lactose intolerance Got Milk? The Efficacy Of Enteric Coatings
   1. first place in BVSD science fair health and medicine category
   2. first place in Colorado state Science Fair Health and Medicine category
4. volunteer teacher at Hebrew School
5. developed Hebrew calligraphy business
6. citizenship award

Freshman Year

1. Marching band
2. BBYO chapter member, coordinated successful café fundraiser
3. attended Colorado Legislative day as representative
4. webmaster for Cycling To Serve web site – volunteer experience
5. volunteer teacher at Hebrew School
   1. Received award for innovative Hebrew game show program

Sophomore Year

1. marching band
2. attended national student summit on Israel through AIPAC
3. Jewish youth group chapter programming vice president
4. attended National Student Leadership Conference on health and medicine
5. attended film making workshop
6. National History Day – Mickey Mouse: The Triumph of Walt Disney and the Triumph of Imagination
   1. first place in individual documentary category at Regional History Day competition
   2. competed in Colorado State History Day

 Junior Year

1. marching Band, Clarinet Captain
2. Jewish youth group chapter president
3. volunteer leader of youth programming at High Holiday Services
4. Jewish youth group regional board member

 Reflection: Over the last 6 years I have been involved in a variety of experiences that have helped to define my interests and goals.  I am a very creative person and love opportunities to express my creativity using technology, film and music.   I have been active in Jewish youth organizations and taken on a variety of leadership roles.  I also have been active in marching band and again have taken on leadership roles.  My academic interests are in the area of science, particularly biology.  I learned so much from participating in the science fair competitions.  My summer at NSLC in health and medicine helped me to realize that I really enjoy medicine and public health. 

Online presence:

• Facebook:  student profile page
• Video’s I’ve made: 
• My blog:

My students will be beginning their portfolio’s this week. 

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