Eligibility & Commitments
Eligibility
To be eligible for the Senior Capstone Project, seniors must meet these qualifications:
- Be in good standing in all coursework
- Any seniors in good academic standing are eligible to participate
- Gain permission from all second semester teachers
- Have a clearly definable interest to explore
- Be able and willing to plan and complete the project independently
- Complete a detailed, thoughtful and complete application with a calendar showing how their time will be spent
Commitments
During the Senior Capstone Project period, students must:
- Plan and organize the Senior Capstone project
- Find and engage a Professional Mentor
- Work 40 hours or more from May 20-30 (approximately five hours/day)
- Not receive compensation
- Display exemplary behavior to ensure the strong reputation and integrity of the Senior Capstone program and Minnetonka High School
- Maintain good communication with the Professional Mentor and the MHS Capstone Advisor
- Maintain a blog throughout the experience
- Showcase the final project at the Community Fair
- Complete an exit interview during the Community Fair, finalizing and reflecting on their experience with a member of the Capstone Committee

Senior Capstone Calendar 2026
December 2025 & January 2026
Capstone Information Sessions
March 1, 2026
Application Due Date
May 18, 2026
MHS Senior Day - Last day of school for senior Capstone students
May 19-29, 2026
Senior Capstone Project
June 1, 2026
Culminating Event
June 4, 2026
Class of 2026 Commencement