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We Believe…
We believe there is a set of skills,
knowledge, and attitudes essential for a productive and
purposeful life so that all learners can achieve.
Portrait of a Graduate
The Portrait of a Graduate presents a
set of high expectations that reflects Spring Branch
Independent School District's commitment to excellence,
prekindergarten through graduation. It serves as a guide for
creating a set of competencies in each curricular area and
maintaining a coherent and dynamic
curriculum.
Personal Qualities, Work Habits, and
Attitudes
The Spring Branch
graduate…
- recognizes that the learning
process is a lifelong journey.
- exhibits honesty, integrity, and
trustworthiness.
- accepts responsibility for his/her
own actions.
- utilizes organizational
skills.
- perseveres and is resilient in the
face of disappointment and adversity.
- possesses self-confidence and a
sense of humor.
Basics for the 21st Century
The Spring Branch
graduate…
- acquires a sound foundation in the
core academic areas.
- exhibits high levels of
performance and achievement on a variety of
assessments.
- participates in and appreciates
the fine arts.
- furthers his/her development by
participating in extra-curricular activities.
- explores knowledge of career
options and pathways to their attainment.
- exhibits a healthy
lifestyle.
- nurtures personal
aspirations.
Complex and Creative Thinker and
Communicator
The Spring Branch
graduate…
- thinks critically and analytically
using effective learning techniques to acquire and apply
new knowledge.
- uses logical reasoning to draw
conclusions.
- uses imagination freely to
generate new ideas and to anticipate and plan for the
future.
- uses strategies to find and solve
problems and make appropriate decisions.
- communicates effectively to reach
a variety of audiences.
Interpersonal and Collaborative Skills
The Spring Branch
graduate…
- contributes to group efforts with
ideas, suggestions, and hard work.
- demonstrates effective leadership
skills by communicating ideas and motivating
others.
- collaborates effectively with
others from diverse backgrounds.
- recognizes, appreciates, and
respects others' points of view.
- works toward consensus and
negotiates appropriate solutions.
- utilizes conflict resolution
strategies.
Community Contributor
The Spring Branch
graduate…
- embraces a sense of belonging and
nurtures it in others.
- recognizes and responds to
societal needs.
- values and participates in the
democratic process.
- participates in efforts to
preserve the environments for future
generations.
- understands and appreciates
diversity.
Technology
The Spring Branch
graduate…
- uses technology in a knowledgeable
and ethical manner.
- utilizes information systems in
personal, scholastic, vocational, and professional
contexts.
- adapts to the evolution of
software and hardware.
- selects appropriate tools and
procedures to accomplish tasks.
- integrates technology in order to
acquire knowledge and advance learning.
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