Rutland Middle School is dedicated to focusing on the School District 23 Attributes of a Learner in order to prepare our students and inspire them into life long learners.
The School District 23 Attributes of a Learner
A Thinker – a person who analyzes, makes connections, inferences, asks questions, and transfers knowledge through:
- Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
- Open Mindedness and Reflection
- Flexibility and Adaptability
A Learner – a person who is engaged, resilient and seeks to understand through:
- Literacy, Numeracy, and Subject competencies
- Information, Media and Technology Literacy
- Self-Direction, Work Ethic and Accountability
- Healthy Lifestyle
- Financial Literacy
A Collaborator – a person who excels at working with others to create new understanding through:
- Appreciating Diversity
- Effective Communication
- Interdependence
- Relationship Building
A Contributor – a person who participates in the local and global community through:
- Finding, Following, and Sharing Passions
- Respect, Empathy, and Kindness
- Integrity and Ethical Behaviour
- Civic and Environmental Responsibility
- Embracing Diverse Cultures and Lifestyles
An Innovator – a person who sees possibilities and generates original ideas with value through:
- Curiosity and Imagination
- Creativity, Design, and Performance
- Initiative and Entrepreneurship