Central Okanagan Public Schools - Overarching Goal
Each Central Okanagan Public Schools student (K-12) will provide evidence of being a learner, thinker, innovator, collaborator and contributor.
Attributes of a Central Okanagan Public Schools Learner in the 21st Century:
A Learner is one who is engaged, resilient and seeks to understand through:
路 Literacy, Numeracy and Subject Competencies
路 Information, Media, and Technology Literacy
路 Self-Direction, Work Ethic and Accountability
路 Healthy Lifestyle
路 Financial Literacy
A Thinker is one who analyzes, makes connections, inferences, asks questions, and transfers knowledge through:
路 Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
路 Open Mindedness and Reflection
路 Flexibility and Adaptability
An Innovator is one who sees possibilities and generates original ideas with value through:
路 Curiosity and Imagination
路 Creativity, Design and Performance
路 Initiative and Entrepreneurship
A Collaborator is one who excels at working with others to create new understanding through:
路 Appreciating Diversity
路 Effective Communication
路 Interdependence
路 Relationship Building
A Contributor is a citizen who participates in the local and global community through:
路 Finding, Following, and Sharing Passions
路 Respect, Empathy, and Kindness
路 Integrity and Ethical Behaviour
路 Civic and Environmental Responsibility
路 Embracing Diverse Cultures and Lifestyles
