Our Graduate Profile
We believe...
- In creating a safe learning environment that empowers every student in RISD to take risks, be creative, find acceptance, and grow.
- That education is an effective tool that can prepare every student in RISD for life after high school including teaching life skills.
- Every student in RISD will have the capability and desire to learn and rise to the level of expectations for individual success.
Financial Literacy
- Comprehends financial skills and available resources (earning, spending, saving/investing, borrowing, and protecting money).
- Applies knowledge of financial skills to real life situations learned through simulations/experiences.
- Demonstrates the use of critical thinking, math skills and technology as tools to analyze financial reports/scenarios.
Critical Thinking / Problem Solving
- Undertakes risks with thoughts and ideas and learns through mistakes in a supported environment.
- Analyzes problems, evaluates options and applies solutions.
- Exhibits curiosity, tenacity, resourcefulness, and innovation in and out of school.
Effective Communication
- Engages in multiple methods of communication including oral, written, and non-verbal, where all participants feel heard, valued, and understood.
- Understands the audience and the situation and identifies the appropriate response.
- Communicates professionally using a variety of methods and technologies.
Real World Connections
- Communicates and collaborates effectively.
- Advocates for self and others.
- Adapts and is flexible.
Emotional Intelligence
- Develops a positive self-worth and increases belief in one’s self and one’s capacity to thrive in different situations.
- Advocates effectively for self and forms resiliency in the face of adversity.
- Values others (cultural awareness, being open-minded).
Our Learner Outcomes
To ensure academic success for all RISD students…
- Every student will develop and apply problem-solving, critical thinking, and creativity in real-world scenarios and experiences to achieve individual goals.
- Students will accumulate meaningful and effective communication skills to address audiences appropriately in a variety of ways.
- Each student will have the tools to succeed in their choice of college, post-secondary training, and/or career post graduation.