Fort Thomas Graduate
To personalize learning in such a way that fosters student ability to develop essential competencies that lead to the ownership and reflection of their personal growth.
Strategies we commit to
Develop experiences for students to present their fulfillment of essential competencies to authentic audiences at structured transition points.
Provide multiple opportunities for students to engage in the five (5) competencies embedded within the Portrait of a Graduate.
Ensure that systemic supports are in place to reduce barriers to student success.
Incorporate a digital portfolio that captures students’ essential learning.
Facilitate experiences for students to demonstrate what the District expects them to exemplify within the Portrait of a Graduate.
How We Measure Success
Portrait of a Graduate (PoG) competencies as measured by PoG Blueprints at transition points
“Leader in Me” Measurable Results Assessment (MRA)
Selected responses from Resiliency Poll
National Student Clearinghouse Data
2024-2025 Focus Activities
Author the collaborative development of a quality rubric or measurement tool to ensure POG competencies are being met by students at transition points.
Align district expectations for student defense of learning experiences related to the Fort Thomas Graduate at specific transition points (for example, grades 3, 5, 8, and 12).
Pilot 5th grade Defense of Learning experience with a focus on one priority area
Fort Thomas Graduate Gallery - artifacts that demonstrate focus