Critical Thinking: Newsletter Feature 10/16/2020

I can solve complex problems. 

• Ask on topic questions to understand problems
• Seek and consider different perspectives
• Judge the credibility of sources
• Notice and explain different solutions 
• Apply thinking skills to new and challenging tasks

Creativity - Newsletter Feature 11/6/2020

I can use my imagination to generate ideas and solutions.

• Ask questions about the world around me
• Generate and evaluate multiple solutions and strategies
• Improve ideas by testing, collecting feedback
• See challenges and problems as opportunities to be creative

Growth Mindset - Newsletter Feature 9/7/2020

I believe hard work will help me learn and grow.

• Understand that people are not born smart and that hard work and perseverance help people achieve their goals
• Be willing to make mistakes and learn from them
• Persist when things are challenging and less enjoyable
• Identify emotions when faced with challenges and strategies to keep learning
• Seek opportunities for challenge and improvement

Self-Reflection  - Newsletter Feature 9/11/2020

I know myself.

• Identify and communicate emotions
• Use strategies to work through challenging emotions
• Identify strengths,  interests, and areas of growth and then build from them
• Know family history, culture, and various personal identities
• Understand and explain their impact on others

Compassion - Newsletter Feature 11/13/2020

I care about myself and others.

• Actively listen 
• Build relationships with peers and adults
• Build an extensive vocabulary of emotions
• Have empathy and ask questions to understand other perspectives 
• Take action to help others

Collaboration- Newsletter Feature 9/18/2020

I can work with others to make great things happen. 

• Set collective goals/norms with a group
• Do my part to contribute to the group
• Respect other opinions even when different from my own
• Resolve conflicts in a group 
• Seek out and work with people who are different than me

Agency - Newsletter Feature 1/8/2021

My voice matters. 

• Share ideas and opinions with others 
• Speak up for myself and others, even when it's hard 
• Explore passions and interests
• Make intentional choices to advance learning

Resourceful - Newsletter Feature 10/9/2020

I can find the support I need to achieve my goals.

• Notice and use the resources available
• Ask questions when I don’t understand
• Ask for help and use resources from others 
• Understand what environment helps me to succeed

Civic Engagement - Newsletter Feature 12/4/2020

I can make my community a better, more inclusive, place.

• Help and support others
• Operate with a shared responsibility to the community
• When I notice examples of injustice and prejudice, I take action
• Identify and pursue opportunities to make a positive impact in school, community, and the world