Portrait of a Learner

What is a Portrait of a Learner?​  

The skills you need to be a successful graduate from Hinsdale School District, as defined by our students and community. 

 

What are Hinsdale School District’s Portrait of a Learner Competencies? 

Critical Thinking​ – The ability to think deeply and reflectively in important situations, as well as thinking creatively to solve tasks at hand. 

Collaboration – The ability to communicate and understand others with a similar end-goal in mind, which produces a solution to a common issue and/or challenge. 

Character – An overall understanding of who you are and how others interpret you. 

Communication – To converse with others in a respectful and responsible manner to show basic understanding. 

Essential Life Skills – Abilities that enable individuals to deal effectively with the demands and challenges of everyday life.