What's happening: In a remarkable display of student leadership and cross-campus collaboration, Ramsey High School senior Monisha Khatri recently bridged learning opportunities between RHS and Dater Elementary School through an innovative public speaking initiative.
Recognizing the importance of public speaking skills, Khatri designed and led comprehensive workshops for all Dater fifth-grade students. Her initiative directly supports these young learners as they prepare for their upcoming Ted Talk Profile Projects, a significant milestone in their educational journey.
Why it matters: The collaboration demonstrates the interconnected nature of Ramsey's Profile Projects across different grade levels.
💫 While Dater students work toward their Ted Talk presentations, Khatri's mentorship serves as part of her own Senior Profile Project at RHS.
💫 This symbiotic relationship showcases how the district's Profile of a Ramsey Graduate creates meaningful learning experiences that benefit students at all levels.
The impact of this peer-to-peer learning experience was evident in the students' responses. Fifth-grader Wyatt particularly appreciated Khatri's constructive approach to feedback, noting, "I appreciate how when you gave us feedback, you focused on the positive in what we did before giving us tips or advice to improve our speeches. You did a great job!"
What they’re saying: "I really enjoyed visiting Dater and watching the fifth graders challenge themselves to expand their comfort zones and enhance their public speaking skills. I’m grateful for the opportunity the profile project provided me to step up and contribute to the community!" -Monisha Khatri, RHS Senior
The bottom line: This initiative highlights the District's commitment to developing essential life skills through practical, real-world experiences. The Profile Projects program continues to provide students with opportunities to demonstrate and apply the competencies outlined in the Profile of a Ramsey Graduate, preparing them for success beyond their school years.