A Portrait of a Graduate represents a school district's vision for the 21st century skills, character traits, and/or social-emotional competencies that students need to succeed in college, career, and life.

5 Things to Know about the Portrait of a Graduate:

eThe HCS Portrait of a Graduate...

1. is a set of skills, knowledge, and dispositions that are necessary for all students to succeed in the world beyond school. 

2. will be designed by a committee of students, educators, parents, and community members. 

3. is unique to our school community. 

4. describes the outcomes that we expect to see in all of our graduates. 

5. is beginning to be explored as a way to ensure that school provides students with opportunities to reach their fullest potential.