Self-directed,
critical thinkers who identify, conceptualize, analyze, synthesize, and
evaluate using available resources
and information.
KLA STUDENTS ARE:
Leaders who
model Respect, Enthusiasm, Achievement,
Citizenship, and Hardwork.
Respectful
leaders listen, are flexible, consider opinions of others, and create a
positive environment that enables people to move forward.
- Interacts
positively with all students and adults reflecting KLA’s mission &
core beliefs
- Honors
cultural and individual diversity
- Demonstrates
responsibility in the learning community by adhering to KLA’s schoolwide
rules
Enthusiastic
leaders are excited about learning and are actively involved.
- Participates
in a variety of leadership opportunities
- Demonstrates
with confidence that college is part of their future
- Discovers
an area of interest beyond the core academic classes
Achieving
leaders value education by setting and completing goals.
- Meets
or exceeds California State Standards in English and Math
- Reads
and writes effectively in each subject area
- Communicates
effectively in academic language to express thoughts and ideas
- Uses
technology as a tool for learning
Leaders show Citizenship by fulfilling the duties and responsibilities of a
productive community member.
- Demonstrates
character education through the use of “Character Counts” and “7 Habits of
Highly Effective Teens”
- Recognizes
the impact personal behavior and character has on our local and global
diverse community
- Completes
expected community service hours
Hardworking
leaders demonstrate perseverance in their pursuit of goals
- Develops
and implements individual goals and action plans for academic and
citizenship achievement
- Participates
in additional academic supports, if needed
- Demonstrates
study skills and organizational strategies that lead to academic success