September 24
"What top 3 characteristics do you expect your child to have upon promotion from 8th grade?" Here are parent responses:
Responsible
Good Character
Confident
independence
responsibility
curiosity
responsible
capable
confident
Responsible
Capable
Confident
Academic readiness
Well-rounded
Tech savvy
Responsible
Capable
Confident
Independant
Responsible
Resouceful
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)?
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
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.
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.