Vision of A Graduate

 

The Windsor Locks Public Schools will create and sustain a community of life-long learners where all students are engaged, empowered, and expected to achieve at the highest levels and to become responsible, contributing citizens in an ever-changing, global society.

Achieving at rates never before imagined…

A Windsor Locks High School Graduate:

will demonstrate his/her understanding and knowledge of English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Computer Literacy/ Technology, Visual and Performing Arts, Health and Physical Education, World Language, and Career Preparation. In addition;

 

Scoring Criteria

A Windsor Locks High School Graduate will be:
 

1) An Informed Thinker who:

• Effectively analyzes and evaluates relevant and reliable evidence, arguments, claims and beliefs, and major alternative points of view in order to apply and document his/her knowledge and skills in and across the core curriculum and electives.
• Synthesizes and defends the usefulness of information from my evidence in order to self-reflect critically on learning experiences.

2) A Self-directed Learner and Collaborative Worker who:

• Demonstrates flexibility and initiative, including the ability to incorporate new ideas and information, to adjust goals and actions. 
• Identifies and analyzes personal strengths, challenges, and possibilities in order to apply knowledge to set goals, make decisions, and assess new opportunities.
• Demonstrates responsibility for learning and concern for quality.
• Practices teamwork and collaboration in academic and/or co-curricular settings.

3) A Clear and Effective Communicator who:

• Demonstrates organized communication through varied modes (oral, written, and/or performance).
• Collects, analyzes, and responds to information gathered from active listening.
• Uses evidence, logic, and interpersonal skills purposefully in communication to collaborate with others.
• Selects and uses communication strategies (including technology and digital media) appropriate to the audience, context, and purpose.

4) A Creative and Practical Problem Solver who:

• Observes situations and is able to define problems clearly and accurately.
• Demonstrates originality and inventiveness in applying problem solving strategies and approaches.
• Demonstrates inquiry through research and analysis of data to generate a variety of solutions.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of chosen solutions carefully.

5) A Responsible Citizen who:

• Demonstrates awareness of and consideration for self, others, and the larger community.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and respect for diverse cultures, identities, and perspectives.
• Makes positive contributions in the larger community.
• Practices responsible digital citizenship.