Plastics Project 2019

    This project explores the growing problem of plastic pollution and plastics toxicity around the planet.  Students begin by analyzing different aspects of the plastics problem to identify key focal points.  These points of interest are translated into approachable problem statements.  Student groups then conduct research, brainstorm potential solutions, and propose a single solution design that will speak to their specific problem within the wider world of plastics.

     Student designs are then refined to six key designs to be developed into functional prototypes.   Students test and refine their designs through multiple generations of prototypes.  These prototypes include 3D CAD renderings, testing procedures, and quantitative test results to inform future iterations.

    Students will conclude the project with a crowdfunding campaign that will propose the next step of the solutions and its overall value to the global plastics problem.  These crowdfunding campaigns will include a product website, business plan, pitch video, and crowdfunding goal.  Finally, these crowdfunding campaigns will be shared with world on May 9th -  Plastics Night - at the WHS theater at 6:30pm.
Student Roles Sign-Ups:  Complete by the end of the day 4/29/19
Please complete THIS FORM letting us know the lead students for each of the student roles.
Submit your Crowdfunding Website HERE
Submit your Crowdfunding Video HERE
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