Portrait of a Graduate
The Portrait of a Graduate is the District’s “north star” that ensures we prepare students for success, now and in the future. The Portrait is a collective vision that articulates our community’s aspirations for every student in Columbus City Schools.
We envision every student to embody the six attributes of the Portrait of a Graduate: Adaptability, Communication, Creativity, Critical Thinking, Global Empathy, and Technology.
The Attributes
Adaptability
Our students will be agile in thoughts and actions, responding productively to positive and negative feedback while balancing diverse views to reach workable solutions.
Communication
Our students will effectively express thoughts and ideas using oral, written, and nonverbal skills while being active listeners able to decipher meaning and intention.
Creativity
Our students will be imaginative. Students will explore original ideas and innovative solutions by transcending traditional thoughts, patterns, and relationships.
Critical Thinking
Our students will analyze and apply evidence-based reasoning to understand “big picture” challenges and how solutions affect other parts of a system.
Global Empathy
Our students will value and engage diverse cultures and unique perspectives through mutual respect and open dialogue while taking action to make the world more equitable and inclusive.
Technology
Our students will leverage traditional and emerging technology to consume, create, communicate, and connect while practicing responsible citizenship in an increasingly digital world.