Peters Township High School freshmen will be required to complete a mandatory project before they can graduate, according to the terms of a new policy approved by the school board last night.

Beginning with the Class of 2013, students will be expected to complete an electronic portfolio, explore careers, write a resume and give two presentations in order to graduate.

The graduation project revolves around career goals and requires students to submit college or job applications -- and to successfully complete a classroom or community service project related to their chosen career.

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