What is the Portrait of a Graduate?
Portrait of a Graduate (PoG) is a set of common expectations and language relevant to all learning environments from PreK to 12+. PoG focuses on four student-centered learning priorities: Innovation, Communication, Collaboration, and Balance.
Goal
Our goal is that all Attleboro Public School graduates will be self-directed lifelong learners who are responsible and involved citizens. To accomplish this, all Attleboro students will:
INNOVATE
1. Analyze information, ask questions, and apply knowledge to evaluate and solve real life problems across disciplines and contexts.
2. Identify issues and develop action steps: set goals, plan, and reflect on progress and outcomes.
3. Think critically about the relevance and value of claims and evidence, including evaluating sources to consider perspective or bias.
4. Model behavior appropriate for the situation and/or context.
COMMUNICATE
1. Actively listen and communicate understanding and interpretation of information.
2. Choose and apply appropriate tone, style and conventions according to audience and purpose.
3. Demonstrate organized communication through varied modes (oral, written, visual, and/or performance).
4. Use evidence and logic purposefully in communication.
COLLABORATE
1. Demonstrate knowledge of and respect for individuals of diverse backgrounds.
2. Seek alternative perspectives to challenge and enhance one's own.
3. Learn from each other and with each other.
4. Collectively take action to enhance the community.
BALANCE
1. Demonstrate the ability to be an independent learner who is motivated, persistent, and self-directed, who can apply time and task management skills.
2. Identify and explain how decisions impact self and others and establish and maintain positive relationships.
3. Listen to understand, manage emotions, and respond with respect, empathy, and kindness.
4. Demonstrate personal accountability by making informed and responsible decisions.