The mission of Portsmouth High School is to be an ever-improving, respectful community where all students are challenged as individuals to develop intellectual curiosities and to use immense bodies of knowledge proficiently as they learn to value the past, thrive in the present and prepare for the future.
Perseverance
Respect
Innovation
Dedication
Engagement
We are all members of a safe, supportive, and accepting community.
All community members have unique talents to contribute.
All community members are responsible for teaching and learning.
All students have access to diverse, verified and reliable curriculum with authentic learning opportunities.
All community members have opportunities to explore ideas and achieve.
All graduates will be college and career ready.
Access and critically analyze information to answer questions and explore ideas. (Rubric)
Utilize effective problem solving strategies. (Rubric)
Write proficiently for a variety of purposes. (Rubric)
Communicate effectively in a variety of formats. (Rubric)
Interpret and design visual messages for specific purposes. (Rubric)
Engage in work with integrity, both independently and collaboratively. (Rubric)
Use technology to discover and demonstrate knowledge. (Rubric)
Click here to access the PHS Learner Expectations School-Wide Rubric