Portrait of a Graduate
Today’s students need to be ready to tackle complex 开心8 evolving challenges as they move into adulthood. The Meriden Portrait of a Graduate is a commitment to all students that identifies the attributes, knowledge, 开心8 skills needed to be successful after high school.
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I am a learner
- Master fundamental skills in core subject areas
- Direct your own learning
- Identify 开心8 develop the knowledge necessary for life 开心8 career goals
- Demonstrate perseverance
- Take risks to advance learning
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I am a thinker
- Critical thinking
- Creative problem solving
- Independent thinking
- Responsible 开心8 accountable
- Curious 开心8 lifelong learner
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I am an advocate for Equity, Diversity, 开心8 Inclusion
- Be respectful of other cultures 开心8 experiences
- Work well in multi-cultural settings
- Embrace diversity in school 开心8 community
- Show empathy for others
- Use voice to advocate for self 开心8 others
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I am a collaborator
- Communicate effectively
- Build 开心8 maintain healthy relationships
- Demonstrate adaptability 开心8 flexibility
- Resolve conflicts
- Actively participate in the community
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I am prepared for life after high school
- Demonstrate financial literacy
- Manage time effectively
- Complete the steps of the job-seeking process
- Possess skills for success in work environment
- Underst开心8 self 开心8 mental health
- Able to set long-term goals 开心8 plan for achieving them
Creating the Portrait of a Graduate was a first step. We now need to construct learning experiences–in school 开心8 in the community–that will allow all students to develop these competencies 开心8 ensure access to those opportunities is equitable 开心8 available to all students.
We invite you to join us by being a part of our conversations to create these opportunities 开心8 make sure they are available for all.
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