Highlands Prep sets High Goals for the Institution, as well as Teachers and Students
Further Highland Prep Academic Goals
The Schools of the Future Committee of the National Association of Independent Schools Commission on Accreditation has created a list of 7 essential abilities that students should demonstrate as a result of their education. The faculty and administrative staff at Highland Prep are dedicated to guiding students to the realization of all of these invaluable scholastic goals. As can be seen, these skills are indispensable for the development of life-long learners and contributing world citizens. As is evident in our class outlines and syllabi, the curriculum at HPS has been constructed to meet these rigorous standards:
ESSENTIAL ABILITIES
Analytical and creative thinking and problem solving
Identify, manage, and address complex problems
Detect bias, and distinguish between reliable and unsound information
Control information overload
Develop cross disciplinary knowledge and perspectives
Use trial and error to test solutions to problems
Synthesize and adapt
Oral and written communication
a) Listen attentively
b) Speak effectively
c) Write clearly and concisely
Leadership and Teamwork
a) Initiate new ideas
b) Facilitate group discussions, forge concensus, and negotiate outcomes
c) Coordinate tasks, manage groups, and delegate responsibilities
d) Implement decisions and meet goals
Digital and Quantitative Literacy
a) Understand , use, and apply digital technologies
b) Use multimedia resources to communicate
Global Perspective
a) Develop open-mindedness regarding the values and traditions of others.
b) Study and understand non-Western history, politics, religion, and culture.
c) Adaptability, Initiative, and Risk-Taking
d) Develop entrepreneurial literacy
Integrity and Ethical Decision Making
a) Foster integrity, honesty, fairness and respect
b) Exhibit moral courage in confronting unjust situations
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