At Bethel Public Schools, our Vision of a Learner defines the essential skills, behaviors, and mindsets our students need to thrive in a rapidly changing world. Our commitment goes beyond academic achievement—we prepare students to think critically, collaborate effectively, innovate creatively, and act ethically and responsibly.
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Through clear rubrics and consistent expectations across all grade levels, we support students as they grow into:
Critical Thinkers who ask thoughtful questions, analyze information, and solve complex problems with evidence-based reasoning.
Collaborators who listen actively, communicate effectively, and work respectfully with others to achieve shared goals.
Creative Innovators who explore new ideas, embrace challenges, and refine their thinking to create original and meaningful solutions.
Ethical & Engaged Citizens who show empathy, act with integrity, contribute to their communities, and use technology responsibly.
This vision guides our instructional practices, assessment, and student growth from PreK through Grade 12, ensuring every learner is equipped to make a positive impact in their community and beyond.
Why This Matters: The Future Starts Here
Explore how Bethel Public Schools empowers learners through core competencies that matter—at school, at home, and in the community.
Vision of a Learner Rubrics
Vision of a Learner Rubrics
Critical Thinkers
Critical Thinkers
BPS Critical Thinkers VoL RubricCritical thinkers ask thoughtful questions, gather relevant information, consider multiple perspectives, and evaluate ideas to draw well-reasoned conclusions. They reflect on their thinking, remain open to alternative viewpoints, and revise their understanding as needed to make informed decisions and solve complex problems.
Collaborators
Collaborators
BPS Collaborators VoL RubricCollaborators engage through communication in constructive and critical dialogue by listening for and articulating thoughts, questions, and ideas in diverse environments. Collaborators exercise flexibility and willingness to be contributors and listeners while making necessary compromises and working together in virtual and traditional settings to accomplish a shared goal.
Creative Innovators
Creative Innovators
BPS Creative Innovators VoL RubricCreative Innovators challenge and improve existing standards by designing, implementing, and communicating original ideas. Creative Innovators exhibit curiosity, imagination, and flexibility. The creative and curious person is open and responsive to new and diverse perspectives and views failure as an opportunity to learn. They show resilience and persevere through multiple solutions and challenges, making valuable contributions to the world around them.
Ethical & Engaged Citizens
Ethical & Engaged Citizens
BPS Ethical & Engaged Citizens VoL RubricEthical and Engaged Citizens demonstrate empathy and compassion by understanding and accepting diverse perspectives while acting to support others' well-being. They make meaningful contributions to their classroom, school, and community, resolve conflicts constructively, and uphold ethical decision-making to promote fairness and justice. As digitally responsible individuals, they use technology thoughtfully and responsibly to foster positive connections and address societal challenges.
Vision of a Learner Podcasts
Vision of a Learner Podcasts
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