District updates board on Portrait of a Clark County Learner initiative and next steps
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Summary
Allison Hill and district leaders reviewed the Portrait of a Clark County Learner—launched August 2024—outlined the district’s multi‑year rollout (explore/experiment to integrate/implement), and previewed upcoming 'Show Off and Showcase' and 'Voice and Vision' activities to embed competencies in classrooms.
District staff presented an update on the Portrait of a Clark County Learner, a multi‑year effort launched in August 2024 to define districtwide competencies and an agreed vision for what students should know and be able to do.
Allison Hill and other leaders described how the initiative began with stakeholder surveys and community input from 2022 through 2024, partnered with CKEC and UK NextGen to refine competencies, and launched the portrait in August 2024. Staff said the district used the 2024–25 school year for initial rollout and this year is focused on integrating the language and competencies into classroom practice.
The presentation outlined a timeline of phases—‘explore and experiment,’ moving toward ‘integrate and implement’—and previewed spring events where students will reflect publicly on competencies. Next year’s priorities include 'Show Off and Showcase' events and a 'Voice and Vision' gateway concept where students will defend learning at key grade levels. Leaders also highlighted related recognition activities, swag and publicity already in circulation and encouraged board members to attend school events where portraits are being showcased.
Board members praised the initiative’s community engagement and the district’s work to align curriculum and recognition processes with portrait competencies.
