Grades 3-12 Student Interest Inventory
This form is meant to record your interests, which will help teachers develop meaningful programs for you and your classmates. Please answer the questions honestly and you may write as much as you want. There are no wrong answers! If you have any questions, please email Mrs. Cristalli at karen.cristalli@staff.harrisonschools.org. Have fun and stay safe!

This form is based on the "Secondary Interest-A-Lyzer" document created by Thomas P. Hébert, Michele F. Sorenson, and Joseph S. Renzulli.
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You are fed up with the class offerings at your school. Your principal has asked you to design the perfect class for other students with your same interests. What would the class be called? What would be taught? *
Rather than provide money for a class trip, the board of education has decided to give money for each individual student for a trip of their choice. Where would you go? List three places you would go and what you would do while you were there. Why? *
You have written your first book which you are ready to submit for publication. What is the title? What is the book about? *
You have been asked to plan a concert for your school. You have an unlimited budget! List three choices of musical performances you would schedule for the evening's program. *
The science teachers at your school are planning a Speaker's Bureau for their department based on a variety of special topics. Check off three of the presentations below that you would be interested in attending: *
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Referring to the above question, what were your first, second, and third choices? *
In connection with a Law Day celebration, a conservative and liberal attorney in your community have been invited to your school to debate a topic. What are your three preferred choices for possible debate topics? Why are they important issues? *
You are a photographer and only have enough memory for one more picture. What will it be of? Why? *
Students in your community have been asked to prepare individual time capsules for future generations. You are allowed to include ten personal possessions that are representative of you. What would you include in your time capsule? *
You have the opportunity to work with an editor of your choice on the local newspaper staff. Which departments would you be interested in working for? Check all that apply. *
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Following the above question, how would you rank your top three choices? *
You have had a dream in which you have been transported back in time and have become an active participant in that historical time period. Which period has this dream taken you to? Who did you meet when you were there? *
If you could conduct an interview with a man you admire, past or present, who would it be? What three questions would you ask him?
If you could conduct an interview with a woman you admire, past or present, who would it be? What three questions would you ask her?
If you could be an exchange student in any other country for half a school year, what country would you like to be in as a student? Why?
You have the opportunity to learn foreign languages from native speakers. What three languages would you want to learn? Explain your selections. *
An after school group has been planned to meet and discuss important issues facing young people. Select the top three seminars you would be most interested in attending. *
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Referring to the above question, please rank your first, second, and third choices. *
The school board is sponsoring a school-wide Olympiad. Any and all physical activities will be featured. If you were to participate, what three events would you compete in? Specify if your preference for being judged would be based on individual or group performance.
Have you ever designed a computer program? If you have, describe your program. If you could design a computer program, what would it be?
A mentorship program is being arranged to allow you to work with a person in the community involved in a profession/occupation you are interested in. List three occupations you may like to explore in a mentorship.
List the titles/authors of your three favorite books. State the type of book (science fiction, poetry, non-fiction, etc.) and briefly explain what it's about.
List five magazines that you enjoy reading. Rank order your choices.
Do you collect anything? Briefly describe your collection(s). What would you like to collect if you had the time or money?
You have been asked to participate in producing the film of your choice. What type of film will this be? List your three favorite choices.
You have been asked to be a member of a  social action committee in your town. Your task will be to work with elected officials to work on issues of importance. What three issues do you think need to be discussed? Why?
Respond to the following questions by checking all of the responses that might apply. Would you enjoy... *
Yes, I would do this.
No, I would not do this.
I might be interested in doing this.
I have had experience with this activity.
submitting one of your original writings for publication?
repairing a car, stereo, or household appliance?
conducting a scientific experiment?
establishing a school newspaper?
being a photographer for a magazine?
starting an astronomer's nighttime observation group?
studying the stock market?
organizing a new school club or team?
starting a musical group/band?
acting in a theatrical production?
starting your own business?
creating your own comic strip?
painting or sketching people, objects, or landscapes?
working on a political campaign?
learning a handicraft such as jewelry making, pottery, or silkscreening?
designing costumes, clothing, or furniture?
designing a building?
designing your own invention?
having your own photo lab and developing your own photography?
visiting a museum or historical site?
keeping a personal journal or diary?
organic gardening?
being involved in a neighborhood project?
belonging in a social action group like the Sierra Club?
developing and maintaining a computer bulletin board?
volunteering your time to a charitable organization?
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