Shaler Area School District
In 2022 , the Shaler Area School District enlisted parents , students , educators , and community leaders to articulate a framework for a thriving graduate . Committed to holistic development , our guiding principles focus on cultivating resourcefulness , global citizenship , adaptability , equity , and a growth mindset . With a clear goal in mind , we can evaluate all our daily practices to ensure they support our students .
RESOURCEFULNESS
• Communication
• Opportunity
• Partnerships
• Develop and use skills to overcome challenges
GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP
• Expose students to global communities and opportunities
• Prepare students with the knowledge and skills to be successful in today ’ s world
ADAPTABILITY
• Situational awareness
• Changing demographics
• Socioeconomics
• Awareness of career paths and achievement goals
FACING CHALLENGES
• Support students as they face challenges in their self-awareness and personal development
• Provide strategies and methods for adaptability
EQUITY
• Confidence in self
• Overcome own implicit bias
• Be empathetic
• Have courage to be accepting of all people
GROWTH MINDSET
• Learn from mistakes , accept challenges , and talk through the process of learning
• Create systems that promote , and recognize work ethic over ability
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