Graduates
Graduation is a milestone in a much greater journey to career and life success! If our students graduate ready for college, or with real-work skills that translate into a lifelong passion and career, then we’ve succeeded as educators.
We believe there is a set of skills, knowledge, and attitudes essential for a productive and purposeful life so that all learners can achieve.
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 #limitless curiosity 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 with a #moral compass 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.
Visit the TEA website for a complete overview of the graduation requirements in the state of Texas.
Read more on HB5's impact on graduation planning here.