Portrait of a Graduate Feedback
"What top 3 characteristics do you expect your child to have upon promotion from 8th grade?" Here are parent responses:
respect
responsible
focused
collaborator
divergent thinker
investigator
HS Preparedness (rigor and content)
Math/Science/Tech savvy
Autonomy or Self-Advocacy
Responsibility
Initiative
Love of learning
Curiosity and love of learning
Discipline to organize and prioritize work
Awareness of where to look for the direction to answers
work ethic
apathy
Curiosity
Academic Confidence
Foundation
Integrity
Passion
Aspirations
Confidence
Drive
Interest in many areas but a favorite subject as well
confidence
love of learning
leadership
confidence
inquisitive
confident
resourceful
compassionate
ambitious
high confidence and self esteem
good work ethic
empathy
Confidence
Eagerness to continue learning
Diversity in their knowledge
self reliant
inquisitive
self motivated
Good character
Enthusiasm for learning
Grade level or above skills
Confidence
Time management
Good study habits
independent
Responsible
Good Character
Confident
independence
responsibility
curiosity
responsible
capable
confident
Responsible
Capable
Confident
Academic readiness
Well-rounded
Tech savvy
Responsible
Capable
Confident
Independent
Responsible
Resourceful
Inquisitive
Confident
Appreciative
Independence
Confidence
Responsible
Well Rounded
Leader
Academic Excellence and Innovator
critical thinking
responsibility
work ethic
High School Readiness
Self-Confidence
Creativity
Confident
Organized and Responsible
Good Character
Problem solving skills
Accountability
Organizational skills
comprehensive reasoning
understanding of self-worth
excited about learning
Compassionate
Determined to accomplish their goals
Respectful of the world around them.
Confident
Independent
Humble
Knowledge
Ability to work in a team
Discipline
leader
thinker
individual
At the end of eighth grade, how would a student be able to SHOW that they have developed these characteristic(s)?
Love for Learning/Lifelong Learning/Learning Enthusiasm
Independent study project
on an topic that interests student
uses may resources to research
presents topic to teacher/class
perhaps do one project a year
Student chooses to learn more about topic on their own without being assigned the task
Student looks forward to coming to school, reading over the summer
Preparedness/Academic/Knowledge/
Demonstration of their ability to access quality information
Creation of product with technology
Students demonstrate these skills by collaborating with peers and community groups - applying skills such as asking questions, synthesizing information, making informed choices, and looking at things from various/divergent perspectives
Skills/Success
Older students are given the opportunity to mentor younger students
Plan and implement a goal-based project based on personal interest
Develop a computer program or app and follow through by publishing.
Leadership/Independence
Given a task/project where students need to make decisions
Students work in groups and have roles
Students have projects and work outside their comfort zone
Confidence/Leadership
Public speaking
Speaking up for yourself
Presenting/teaching to others
Learning to use own experiences
Breaking down into smaller parts to tackle task
Mentor younger students
Community service projects
Independence/Ideal Student Qualities/Intrinsic Success Skills
Teachers intentionally mis-grade homework and kids must advocate for themselves
interpersonal communication
self confidence
humility
Design your own project
collaborate
willingness to fail
out of the box thinking
Academic
Kids can create PowerPoint presentations and use Microsoft programs for reports.
Kids search for information on the internet to help with homework
A student should be able to listen to others who are speaking and be respectful of others' opinions and be responsible/accountable for one's task. Kids work on a project together and at the end of the project, they can provide feedback to each other.
Character Traits
Students don't interrupt
Students maintain good eye contact
Students take responsibility for our actions
Homework is done on time, turned in, knowing when it's done without prompting
Students take pride in your work
Students are punctual and dressed appropriately
Students participate in community service
Students tutor other students
Students try new classes outside of their comfort zone
A group of students who work to improve student relations and understanding of different cultures. This group promotes empathy, kindness, understanding, compassion, social awareness, and acceptance.
Character/Characteristics/Traits
Responsibly active in community/school
Responsible for own actions and commitments
Responsible at home/outside of school
Work Ethic/Responsibility/Skills for Success
The student should be able to look at different avenues in people, technology, and other resources to find a solution to the problem, without breaking down or giving up
Students can break down project into size-appropriate segments to complete assignments in a timely manner
Students should be able to use different assets and technology for analytical problem solving
Work Ethic
Students manage a group project independently. This includes making a timeline, researching parameters, working at home independently, and sharing responsibilities with other members.
Creativity
A student could develop and promote a product or idea. Then, they could expand their influence on a global scale.
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