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Bath County board hears Portrait of a Learner proposal to build work ethic, communication and real-world readiness
Summary
Bath County's proposed Portrait of a Learner, developed through community engagement and student input, defines six competencies (including strong work ethic and real-world readiness) and would be embedded across grade levels and incorporated into the state's new accountability model if the board adopts it.
Dr. Bailey presented the Bath County Portrait of a Learner on April 27, outlining a community-designed set of six competencies district leaders want every student to demonstrate when they leave Bath County schools.
The proposal, developed after three community engagement sessions and student input, lists six pillars: strong work ethic; problem solvers; real-world ready; empowered learners; effective communicators; and compassionate community members. "Academic content remains vital, but it's no longer enough. We must be intentional about fostering durable skills like communication, collaboration, and adaptability,"…
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