I know how to seek, evaluate, use and create information effectively.
I demonstrate both personal and social competence.
I have the ability to choose between two or more courses of action with confidence.
PORTRAIT OF A LEARNER
Characteristics
I communicate effectively in writing and speech.
I comprehend and analyze literature.
I research effectively.
I analyze and interpret scientific information.
I provide logical and complete reasoning which shows a� thorough understanding of the scientific principles in my claim.
I analyze the impact artwork has on the audience based on personal connections to social, cultural or political beliefs and understandings.
I construct viable mathematical arguments and critique �the reasoning of others،
Information Savvy�I know how to seek, evaluate, use and create information effectively.
INFORMATION SAVVY
IS.1 I communicate effectively in writing and speech.
I decide what I want to share and why it is important.
I state what I want to share, who my audience is, and why what I want to share is important.
I determine my audience and state my purpose for expressing my ideas to them.
I communicate my ideas in organized ways that support my purpose when communicating (in writing and speech) with my audience.
I communicate effectively in speaking and writing by choosing language and organizing ideas based on my purpose and my audience.
I communicate effectively in both speaking and writing, crafting my message with nuance or originality, and tailoring my communication to amplify my purpose and achieve my desired impact on my audience.
I communicate effectively in writing, discussing, and speaking by choosing language and organizing ideas using specific writing, communication,and rhetorical techniques that align with my purpose and my intended audience.
INFORMATION SAVVY
I decode text effectively and read with fluency, identifying basic elements of literature in a story.
I summarize a text and make observations about basic elements of literature and their effects on me as a reader.
I analyze text by using the elements of literature to make inferences about its meaning.
I analyze text by identifying elements of literature and discuss how they contribute to the text’s meaning and effect on me as a reader.
I analyze text by making connections between elements of literature and how they contribute to the text’s meaning and effect on audiences.
I analyze text by making connections between elements of literature to articulate the author’s purpose, intended effect, and impact on the audiences.
I analyze texts by making connections between elements of literature and context of the piece to evaluate the aesthetic value and the impact of the text in light of the author’s intent.
IS.2 I comprehend and analyze literature.
INFORMATION SAVVY
I notice things around me and ask questions about how things work.
I ask questions about the world around me and identify where I should go for answers.
I use observation to come up with a researchable question and use a step-by-step plan to collect information or data to answer my question.
I come up with a compelling question and use a step-by-step plan to collect information from reliable sources.
I research using a variety of credible resources, document and organize my findings, and summarize information accurately.
I research using credible sources, organize my findings, synthesize and document information accurately, cite direct evidence to support new insights and understanding, and identify the limitations of my process.
IS.3 I research effectively.
INFORMATION SAVVY
I use words and pictures to describe my observations and depict quantities and relationships.
I use data to depict and explain phenomena and relationships, and I compare and contrast data sets.
I use models to compare and analyze data in order to explain relationships and phenomena, including causation and correlation.
I construct and analyze data sets to accurately depict and explain phenomena and relationships, including causation and correlation.
I use text, summary calculations, and models to interpret data and explain scientific relationships in general terms.
I use text, statistical analysis, and models to interpret and analyze data to explain scientific relationships with detail, accuracy and specificity.
I use text, statistical analysis, and models to interpret data and analyze data to explain scientific relationships with detail, accuracy, and specificity and discuss possible limitations of my process and how they may have affected the outcomes.
IS.4 I analyze and interpret scientific information.
INFORMATION SAVVY
IS.5 I provide logical and complete reasoning which shows a thorough understanding of the scientific principles in my claim.
I construct a claim about how something works using reasons that draw on what I observe and what I know about the real world.
I construct a claim about how something works using evidence and evaluate others’ claims on the basis of the evidence.
I construct a scientifically accurate claim using relevant, credible evidence.
I compare, critique, and construct scientifically accurate claims using relevant, credible evidence.
I construct and evaluate claims based on logical reasoning, relevant, credible evidence, and an understanding of fundamental scientific principles.
I construct and evaluate claims based on logical and complete reasoning, credible evidence, and a thorough understanding of scientific principles.
I construct and evaluate claims based on logical and complete reasoning; relevant, credible evidence that supports relationships in the claim; and in-depth understanding of scientific principles, while accounting for possible limitations or contradictions in the evidence.
IS.6 I analyze the impact artwork has on the audience based on personal connections to social, cultural or political beliefs and understandings.
I describe my feelings about artwork and make connections to my life or experience.
I describe how others might react to artwork based on varying perspectives.
I describe how social, cultural, political, or personal beliefs might influence reactions to artwork.
I analyze artwork by connecting its features with audiences’ social, cultural, political, and personal contexts.
I analyze the impact of artwork by interpreting its features and content in relation to audiences with specific perspectives.
I analyze the impact artwork has on the audience based on personal connections to social, cultural, or political beliefs and understandings.
I analyze the socio-historical contexts of artwork and audiences to understand its real or potential impact.
INFORMATION SAVVY
INFORMATION SAVVY
IS.7 I construct viable mathematical arguments and critique the �reasoning of others.
I construct mathematical arguments, showing my reasoning (e.g., using objects, pictures, or graphs), and listen when others share their thinking.
I construct mathematical arguments using objects, pictures, or graphs, listen to others, and ask relevant questions or respond.
I construct mathematical arguments, decide whether others’ arguments make sense, and ask relevant questions to clarify or improve the arguments.
I construct arguments using data, decide whether others’ arguments make sense, and ask relevant questions to clarify or improve the arguments.
I construct arguments using data, evaluate others’ arguments based on evidence and analysis, and ask relevant questions to improve arguments.
I construct mathematical arguments using evidence, analysis, and established rules and I question and analyze mathematical arguments presented by others.
I construct and engage mathematical arguments by justifying and responding to positions based on evidence, principles, and theory.
Emotionally Intelligent� I demonstrate both personal and social competence.
I analyze how my actions impact myself and others.
I understand the feelings and perspectives of other people.
I make a plan to build on a personal strength, meet a personal need, or address a personal challenge.
EI.1 I analyze how my actions impact myself and others.
I describe how my words and actions may support or hurt others.
I describe how my words and actions impact others, my learning, and my own well-being.
I collect information about how my actions affect myself and others by reflecting, observing, listening, and asking questions.
I analyze the effects of my actions on myself and others across various contexts and describe these effects with precise language.
I analyze the effects of my actions on myself and others across various contexts, separating impact from intent, and I describe my actions and their effects with precise language.
I analyze an event or experience from multiple perspectives, accounting for the impact of my actions even when it differs from my intent.
I regularly analyze the ways that my actions affect the communities to which I belong, gathering information and adopting perspectives to help me positively impact others.
EMOTIONALLY INTELLIGENT
EI.2 I understand the feelings and perspectives of other people.
I discuss what other people might feel or think in a given situation.
I use precise and varied vocabulary to discuss what other people might feel or think in a given situation.
I use observation, listening, and questions to understand how other people feel in a given situation, and I reflect back what I hear using precise and respectful language.
I use observation, listening, and questions to understand how other people feel, and I summarize the varying perspectives using precise and respectful language.
I use evidence and past experiences to consider how people feel, and I use precise and respectful language to discuss those perspectives.
I use evidence and past experiences to consider how people feel, �and I check my assumptions with people in respectful ways to grow my understanding.
I include as many voices as possible in processes and discussions to ensure that many feelings and perspectives are represented.
EMOTIONALLY INTELLIGENT
EI.3 I make a plan to build on a personal strength, meet a personal need, or address a personal challenge.
I identify what I do well, what I need or want, and/or a challenge I’d like to meet.
I identify personal strengths, needs, and challenges and select a specific area where I’d like to improve.
I identify steps to take to meet a need, begin working toward a challenge or goal, or further develop an area of strength.
I take steps to meet a need, work toward a challenge or goal, or further develop an area of strength, and I reflect on my progress and results.
I implement a plan to meet a need, work toward a challenge or goal, or further develop an area of strength, I reflect on my progress and results, and I revise my plan or approach as needed.
I create and implement plans to achieve personal goals, engage in ongoing reflection to monitor my progress or results, and use my insights to modify my goals and create new ones.
I pursue continual growth and improvement by regularly creating, implementing, reflecting on, and revising plans to develop strengths, meet needs, and pursue challenges.
EMOTIONALLY INTELLIGENT
Trustworthy�I have the ability to earn the confidence of others.
I manage my academic and personal responsibilities.
I act with integrity.
T.1 I manage my academic and personal responsibilities.
I intentionally choose tools and strategies to help me manage my academic and personal responsibilities to reach an intended outcome.
I strategically apply tools and strategies to initiate and follow through on my academic and personal responsibilities to reach an intended outcome.
I manage academic and personal responsibilities by building routines and adapting my tools and strategies to reach an intended outcome.
I manage a mix of academic and personal responsibilities by building routines, regularly reassessing my tools, strategies, and priorities to reach an intended outcome.
I manage competing priorities, balancing commitments and well-being, consciously modifying my tools, strategies, and routines to reach my intended outcome.
TRUSTWORTHY
I use tools and strategies (e.g., calendars, checklists) to suit my strengths and needs as a learner and to reach an intended outcome.
T.2 I recognize the meaning of acting with integrity.
I identify values or beliefs that have meaning for me and act in accordance them as well as with the shared values or expectations of the community.
I recognize actions that are aligned with my personal values and beliefs as well as with the shared values or expectations of the community.
I recognize actions that are aligned with my personal values and beliefs as well as with the shared values or expectations of the community, even in conflict or difficult situations.
I lead others in identifying, reflecting on, and acting on personal and shared values to determine a just course of action in conflict or difficult situations.
TRUSTWORTHY
I follow established rules or guidelines and discuss how they reflect the shared values or expectations of the community.
I follow established rules or guidelines and look for ways to express the shared values or expectations of the community.
I make a plan to earn a consistent income.
I apply strategies to monitor income and expenses, plan for spending, and save for future goals.
I apply reliable information and systematic decision-making to personal financial decisions.
Financially Literate�I understand how money is generated, spent, saved, and invested.
FL.1 I make a plan to earn a consistent income.
I discuss the kinds of jobs I would like to have, based on my interests and strengths.
I explore various possible jobs that might suit my interests and strengths, as well as the future I envision for myself.
I explore various possible jobs that might suit my interests and strengths and the future I envision for myself, and I research pathways to attaining that job.
I discuss the kind of job I’d like to have, how it will suit my interests and strengths, and how it will enable the future I envision for myself, and I make a plan for the education or training I will need to attain that job.
I have a plan for attaining a job that I think will suit my interests and strengths and enable the future I envision for myself including further education or training.
I have begun implementing a plan for attaining a job that I think will suit my interests and strengths and enable the future I envision for myself, including further education or training.
FINANCIALLY LITERATE
I identify some paid jobs that people in my community do and discuss what kinds of jobs I think I would like.
FL.2 I apply strategies to monitor income and expenses, plan for spending, and save for future goals.
I apply financial principles to make financial decisions.
I apply financial principles to make a plan for something I want to buy or do in the near future.
I apply financial principles (e.g., risk/reward, cost/benefit) to make a plan for acquiring or reserving the resources I will need for something want to buy or do in the future.
I use tools or systems to store and track resources, and apply financial principles to financial decisions about what I need or want in the future.
I use tools or systems to manage my income and spending responsibly and use financial principles to plan for my short- and long-term financial goals and prepare for unforeseen circumstances.
I manage and maximize my assets in responsible and sustainable ways, and apply financial principles to achieve my short- and long-term financial goals and to prepare for unforeseen circumstances.
FINANCIALLY LITERATE
I apply financial principles (e.g., budgeting, borrowing, earning, saving, spending) in simulated or real situations.
FL.3 I apply reliable information and systematic decision-making to personal financial decisions.
I make basic financial decisions based on facts (e.g., how much something costs, how much I have).
I explain the reasoning behind my financial decisions using facts.
I discuss my financial decisions with friends and family and engage their perspectives to help me make sound decisions.
I use the perspectives of trusted others, as well as reliable sources of information (e.g., up-to-date financial records, price comparisons) to make sound financial decisions.
I apply a variety of reliable sources of information, as well as some systems (e.g., cost v. benefit) to make financial decisions and to evaluate the outcomes of my decisions.
I apply a variety of strategies and reliable sources of information to make financial decisions, and I examine the short- and long-term effects of my decisions.
I apply reliable information and strategies to make financial decisions, to evaluate risks, and to make plans, and I examine the short- and long-term effects of my decisions, modifying them as needed.
FINANCIALLY LITERATE
I develop and refine artistic techniques and work for presentation.
I analyze & explain how historical contexts shape people’s perspectives.
I analyze the human contributions of diverse cultural groups in the world.
I conduct investigations in order to provide evidence for conceptual, physical, or empirical models, using mathematical representations of data.
I model with mathematics.
I reason abstractly & quantitatively.
I generate innovative solutions to solve problems.
Creative Thinker�I have the ability to look at something in a new way.
CT.1 I develop and refine artistic techniques and work for presentation.
I create artistic works that demonstrate skilled application of learned techniques, materials or tools and share with an audience.
I create artistic works applying techniques, materials, or tools to express a particular perspective or intention, and I polish and prepare it for sharing with an audience.
I create artistic works using materials, tools, and techniques, purposefully polishing and preparing them for sharing with an audience.
I create artistic works with the purposeful application of various materials, tools, and techniques and I document my growth in skill and unique point of view.
I create, collect, and share original artistic works that reflect my purposeful and application of various materials, tools, and techniques, and I document my growth in skill and my unique point of view.
CREATIVE THINKER
I use basic elements of artistic works(e.g., color, shape, texture, lines, sound, dance) to share my feelings, experiences, or perspectives in artistic expression.
I experiment with a variety of artistic areas to share my feelings, experiences or perspectives in artistic expression.
CT.2 I analyze & explain how historical contexts shape people’s perspectives.
I describe or explain historical events, their causes, and how they affected people at the time.
I analyze historical events by explaining their direct and indirect causes, as well as their impact on people.
I make clear connections between the causes of historical events and how they affected people's lives and viewpoints.
I analyze how historical events shape people's perspectives by describing the background context and both immediate and long-term effects on people.
I analyze historical events from different perspectives and viewpoints, explaining how historical context shapes how different people see these events.
I analyze historical events from the perspective of people with different identities (race, gender, class, etc.) and discuss how having multiple identities impacts their perspective of these events.
I analyze historical events considering different intersectional perspectives and discuss how changing social and political contexts continue to shape how people view these events over time.
CREATIVE THINKER
CT.3 I analyze the human contributions of diverse cultural groups in the world.
CREATIVE THINKER
I describe some cultural contributions of people in the world, including the United States, its neighboring countries, or parts of the world where I have a personal or family connection.
I explain or describe the cultural contributions of diverse groups of people throughout the world.
I analyze the cultural contributions of diverse groups of people throughout the world by describing them and making connections between and among them.
I analyze the cultural contributions of diverse groups of people throughout the world by describing them, making connections between and among them, and discussing their impact.
I analyze the cultural contributions of diverse groups of people throughout the world and their impact with accuracy and nuance, describing the connections among them.
I analyze the cultural contributions of diverse groups of people throughout the world and their impact with accuracy and nuance, drawing comparisons or highlighting contrasts in respectful ways.
I analyze the cultural contributions of diverse groups of people throughout the world and their impact with accuracy and nuance, drawing comparisons or highlighting contrasts in respectful ways that reflect a deep understanding of time, place, and context.
CT.4 I conduct investigations in order to provide evidence for conceptual, physical, or empirical models, using mathematical representations of data.
CREATIVE THINKER
I conduct simple tests and collect data to support an explanation or design a solution.
I conduct �fair test investigations (e.g., controlling all variables but one) and collect data as evidence to support an explanation or design a solution.
I conduct multi-variable investigations and collect accurate data as evidence to support explanations, claims, or solutions.
I conduct multi-variable investigations and collect accurate data as evidence to support explanations, claims, or solutions.
I conduct multi-variable investigations, noticing potential sources of error, and collect accurate data as evidence to support explanations, claims, or solutions.
I conduct multi-variable investigations, noticing and addressing potential sources of error, and collect accurate data as evidence to support explanations, claims, or solutions and to test a theory or model.
I design and conduct multi-variable investigations and collect accurate data, and I can extend the insights from my investigations to other contexts or applications (e.g., accurately predict outcomes when variables are altered).
CT.5 I model with mathematics.
I model problem situations symbolically, graphically, tabularly, and contextually connecting and explaining the connections between the different representations.
I use mathematical modeling to accurately represent, solve, and explain basic problems in everyday life, society, and the workplace.
I use mathematical modeling to accurately represent, solve, and explain unfamiliar problems in everyday life, society, and the workplace.
I use advanced mathematical concepts and techniques in mathematical modeling to investigate and describe practical and abstract situations or problems, including hypothetical or speculative alternatives.
CREATIVE THINKER
I represent familiar problem situations in multiple ways (e.g., using numbers, equations, words, pictures, objects, acting out, charts or lists).
I represent problem situations in multiple ways (e.g., using numbers; equations; mathematical language; pictures; objects; charts, lists, or graphs).
CT.6 I reason abstractly & quantitatively.
CREATIVE THINKER
I use objects, pictures, and simple words to show math problems, counting things, and telling math stories about what I see and touch.
I explain math problems using words, pictures, and numbers describing different ways to solve problems and using math words to explain my thinking.
I connect real-world situations to math using numbers, variables, and equations and can work with symbols to find solutions.
I solve problems by turning familiar situations into mathematical symbols and expressions.
I solve problems by recognizing patterns in new situations and representing them with mathematical symbols switching between abstract symbols and their real-world meaning.
I solve complex problems
by taking a real-world situation and turning it into mathematical symbols and equations (decontextualizing) and remembering what those symbols represent in the original problem (contextualization) in order to get an outcome.
I solve mathematical problems by establishing context, patterns, or referents; flexibly apply and manipulate symbolic representations of quantities and relationships while attending to their meaning; and compare the effectiveness of multiple approaches to solving.
I identify common problems in my community and generate some ideas for solving them.
I generate ideas for solving specific real-world problems.
I generate viable ideas for solving authentic problems, working within established constraints or parameters.
I generate original, viable ideas for solving authentic problems, working within established constraints or parameters, and taking into account how others have attempted to solve them.
I generate and act on original, viable ideas for solving authentic problems, working within established constraints or parameters, and centering the needs and desires of those affected by the problem.
I identify opportunities to solve authentic problems through observation and questioning and design solutions that work within established constraints or parameters, centering the needs and desires of those affected by the problem.
I lead others in identifying opportunities to solve authentic problems with solutions that work within established constraints or parameters and that center the needs and desires of those affected by the problem.
CT.7 I generate innovative solutions to solve problems.
CREATIVE THINKER
I reflect on my mistakes and learn from them.
I evaluate outcomes of potential solutions before making a decision.
I apply decision-making skills and goal setting to improve health.
I consider information carefully and use reason to make decisions and apply knowledge.
I make sense of problems & persevere in solving them.
I create and carry out a physical activity plan for health, enjoyment, challenge, self-expression and/or social interaction.
Independent Decision Maker�I have the ability to choose between two or more courses of action with confidence.
IDM.1 I reflect on my mistakes and learn from them
I reflect on experiences and determine what I could have done differently.
I reflect on experiences, reframing them to identify valuable lessons.
I reflect on experiences to develop a clear plan to improve my approach in the future.
I reflect on experiences and the lessons I’ve learned from them to thoughtfully improve my abilities.
I reflect on experiences and the lessons I’ve learned from them to proactively seek new ways to be successful.
INDEPENDENT DECISION MAKER
I reflect on experiences to recognize the outcomes.
I reflect on experiences, observe the specific steps that led to it and my role in it.
IDM.2 I evaluate outcomes of potential solutions before making a decision.
Given a decision-�making scenario, I discuss possible outcomes, including the benefits and drawbacks.
In a real or imagined decision-�making scenario, I discuss possible outcomes, including the benefits and drawbacks.
I evaluate possible outcomes in a decision-�making scenario, weighing the benefits and drawbacks, to make a decision.
I evaluate possible outcomes in a decision-�making scenario, weighing the potential positive and negative effects on myself and others, to make a decision.
I evaluate immediate and future possible outcomes in a decision-�making scenario, weighing the potential positive and negative effects on myself and others, to make a decision.
I use past experiences and analysis of immediate and future outcomes to inform my decision-�making process.
I model for others a reflective and analytical process for making decisions.
INDEPENDENT DECISION MAKER
IDM.3 I apply decision-making skills and goal setting to improve health.
I make reason-based choices that serve or improve my physical, mental, or emotional well-being.
I set a realistic goal to improve my physical, mental, or emotional well-being.
I apply strategies (e.g., research, reflection, reasoning) to pursue a realistic goal to improve my physical, mental, or emotional well-being.
I apply strategies (e.g., research, reflection, reasoning) to pursue a long-term goal for improving my physical, mental, or emotional health and implement regular (e.g., daily, weekly, monthly) strategies to help me reach it.
I apply reliable information, reasons, and reflection to evaluate my physical, mental, or emotional health, to set a realistic goal for improvement, and to monitor my progress.
I apply reliable information, reasons, and reflection to build and sustain life practices that support my physical, mental, or emotional health and that help me reach my wellness goals.
INDEPENDENT DECISION MAKER
Presented with options, I make choices that serve my physical, mental, or emotional well-being and explain my reasoning.
IDM.4 I consider information carefully and use reason to make decisions and apply knowledge.
INDEPENDENT DECISION MAKER
I determine whether to trust a source of information by asking questions about who made it and why.
I find information relevant to my inquiry, problem, or decision, and determine its credibility by analyzing its maker, purpose, and features.
I choose credible information relevant to my inquiry, problem, or decision, and use it to justify my approach or actions.
I choose multiple, diverse sources of credible information relevant to my inquiry, problem, or decision, and use them to justify my approach or actions.
I gather multiple, diverse sources of credible information to guide me through a systematic decision-�making process.
I use multiple, diverse sources of credible information and systematic processes or tools to make decisions, evaluate their effects, and reflect on my actions.
I build routines for collecting multiple, diverse sources of credible information and engaging in systematic, reason-based decision-�making.
IDM.5 I make sense of problems & persevere in solving them.
I use words, objects, or images to describe a problem and how I might approach solving it.
I explain my understanding of a problem, generate multiple ways to approach it, and flexibly apply various techniques or strategies to help me solve it.
I explain the nature of a problem
and its construction, reduce it to a simpler problem, generate multiple ways to solve it, and flexibly adapt my techniques or mathematical strategies when I get stuck.
I explain the nature of a problem �and its construction, identify relevant referents or precedents, make conjectures about viable solutions, and flexibly adapt my techniques or mathematical strategies when I get stuck.
I explain a problem and its context, make conjectures about solutions, and draw on a variety of techniques, mathematical strategies, or models to solve a problem, changing course if necessary.
I explain complex problems and their context, make conjectures about solutions, and draw on a variety of techniques and advanced mathematical strategies, models to solve a problem, changing course if necessary.
INDEPENDENT DECISION MAKER
I explain my understanding of a problem and try multiple possible ways to solve it, evaluating the effectiveness and efficiency of various approaches.
IDM.6 I create and carry out a physical activity plan for health, enjoyment, challenge, self-expression and/or social interaction.
I choose some physical games or activities that I enjoy and participate in them regularly, safely, and cooperatively.
I regularly, safely and knowledgeably engage in physical games or activities to challenge myself, meet new people, or pursue wellness goals.
I regularly, safely, and knowledgeably engage in physical activities that align with my goals for health and well-being.
I create and carry out a plan for regularly, safely and knowledgeably engaging in a variety of physical activities that enhance my health and well-being.
I create and carry out a plan for regularly, safely and knowledgeably engaging in a variety of physical activities that enhance my health and well-being, and I reflect on my progress toward my goals, modifying my approach to get the results I want.
I create and carry out a plan for regularly, safely and knowledgeably engaging in a variety of physical activities that enhance my health and well-being, reflecting on �my progress �and making a new plan or trying new approaches as �I reach my �goals or my �skill develops.
I continuously reflect on and modify my routines for physical activity that support or enhance my health and well-being.
INDEPENDENT DECISION MAKER
I contribute to my communities.
I understand the elements of democracy in order to
exercise my rights and responsibilities to act as a citizen.
I collaborate with others productively to accomplish a common objective.
Contributor�I give of myself to something outside of myself.
C.1 I contribute to my communities.
I help out at home and at school by contributing to necessary chores or tasks and by offering assistance to others.
I participate in solo or group efforts to contribute time, energy, or resources to my community (e.g., family, school, town).
I contribute time, energy, or resources to my community in ways that align with my interests and strengths.
I make contributions to my community based on my interests and strengths as well as what the community needs or wants.
I make contributions to the various communities (e.g., school, neighborhood, city/state) to which I belong, building on my interests and strengths and centering the needs and desires of members of the communities.
I complete the community service hourly requirements of my high school OR I make contributions to the community building on my interests and strengths, centering the needs of the community and tailoring my efforts to the values and norms �of the community.
I take a leadership role in making contributions to various communities, building on our interests and strengths, centering the needs and desires of members of the communities, and tailoring our efforts to the values and norms of the community.
CONTRIBUTOR
C.2 I understand the elements of democracy in order to
exercise my rights and responsibilities to act as a citizen.
I apply knowledge of fairness, equality, and respect to the development of common expectations.
I apply knowledge of basic governmental functions and structures and civic participation to relevant scenarios or situations.
I apply a basic understanding of the elements of democracy in order to address and resolve common school or local challenges.
I apply a basic understanding of the elements of democracy in order to propose and defend solutions to school or local challenges.
I apply a thorough understanding of the elements of democracy in order to propose and defend solutions to real-world challenges.
I apply a knowledge of government and civic engagement by participating in solving real problems, offering insightful analysis and creative solutions.
CONTRIBUTOR
I apply deliberative processes and a basic understanding of governmental functions when making decisions as a group.
C.3 I collaborate with others productively to accomplish a common objective.
I collaborate effectively by contributing my strengths, supporting others, and helping resolve disagreement.
I collaborate strategically by understanding different perspectives, facilitating group discussions, and helping coordinate tasks to meet our shared goals efficiently.
I collaborate purposefully by leveraging diverse skills and viewpoints, managing group dynamics, and adapting strategies to overcome challenges while maintaining focus on objectives.
I collaborate effectively by maintaining clear communication, helping resolve conflicts when they arise, and coordinating efforts to achieve complex objectives through shared responsibility.
I collaborate expertly by leading collaborative processes, fostering inclusive participation, and synthesizing diverse contributions to innovate solutions that exceed individual capabilities.
CONTRIBUTOR
I work with others by sharing materials, taking turns, and helping when asked.
I work with others by sharing responsibilities, listening to different ideas, and helping the group stay on task..