Amanda's Senior Spring Project
What is SSP?
SSP is a time when our 3.6 years of hard work finally feel rewarded. As seniors, we are given the spring trimester to explore new opportunities, dedicate time to things we never had the chance to pursue, and begin testing the independence that college is about to bring us. To earn this privilege, we must actively commit to 40 hours each week while fulfilling the program’s four pillars: New Experience, Service Learning, Wellness, and Intellectual Engagement. This website highlights my SSP experience and how I spent my final months at BBN exploring passions, trying new things, and making the most of opportunities I had always hoped to pursue - and of course, spending time with my friends who made my BB&N experience as amazing as it was.
The New Experience pillar is meant to give students the freedom to try something new, whether it is something small or a major opportunity. I chose to focus on pursuing my passion for medicine by joining a research team at MGH that studies the connection between the brain and the heart.
The Service Learning pillar is meant to encourage students to give back to their community in a way that is personally meaningful to them. I chose to volunteer at Perkins School for the Blind, where I primarily worked with the gardening team and the Advancement office.
The Wellness pillar is meant to ensure that students stay active during their time away from regular classes. This can be done by continuing a sport at BBN or by pursuing wellness independently. I decided to dedicate time each day to going to the gym, something I normally did not have enough time for during the school year.
The Intellectual Engagement pillar - arguably the only part of “real school” still left - is meant to keep your brain active and engaged in learning. This can be done by taking an online GOA course or attending a seminar. I chose to continue taking AP Calculus AB in order to prepare for the AP Exam in May.
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