Durable Skills in Science
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In St. Vrain Valley Schools, science education seamlessly integrates Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) with the district's Durable Skills for Life. Students act as Critical Thinkers & Innovators when analyzing data and designing engineering solutions, Collaborative Team Players and Effective Communicators when defending scientific arguments with evidence, and Self-Aware Leaders and Global Citizens as they evaluate real-world environmental and technological challenges impacting their communities. Together, NGSS and the Durable Skills framework empower students not only to master scientific concepts, but to cultivate the adaptable, future-ready mindsets necessary for lifelong learning, informed citizenship, and success in postsecondary careers.
St Vrain Durable Skills for Life
Academic knowledge opens doors, while Durable Skills equip students to succeed in school, careers, and life. Valued by employers, colleges, and communities, these skills can be taught, practiced, and strengthened over time.
Self-Aware Leader
Empathetic, ethical, and metacognitive. Tenacious and adaptable with the resilience and confidence to be a positive influence.
Critical Thinker & Innovator
An analytical problem solver who is curious, creative, entrepreneurial, and ready to be a change maker
Global Citizen
Community and regionally connected, globally aware, adaptable, and civic minded.
Collaborative Team Player
A strong contributor and consensus builder who navigates conflict and is a valued partner.
Effective Communicator
A quality writer and skilled presenter with strong interpersonal and technology skills, and a responsible digital citizen.
Future Ready Professional
Motivated and growth oriented. A dependable goal setter who manages time well, stays organized, and works hard.
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