A student who graduates from Round Rock ISD will be able to demonstrate the following characteristics:
Seeks Knowledge and Understanding
- Initiates own learning
- Has a foundation in core academic areas
- Knows of and appreciates the arts and humanities
- Uses effective learning techniques to acquire and apply knowledge
- Applies numerical reasoning strategies to problems
- Understands world issues and current events
- Takes intellectual risks in learning
- Exhibits enthusiasm for learning in life
Thinks Critically and Solves Problems
- Defines problems, hypothesizes, and becomes actively involved in creative problem solving
- Organizes and processes information productively
- Generates new ideas
- Analyzes and adapts to changing environments
- Makes decisions based on facts
Listens and Communicates Effectively
- Exchanges ideas and information in writing, verbally, and visually
- Communicates effectively in a second language
Uses Technology as a Tool
- Selects appropriate tools and procedures to accomplish tasks and create products
- Uses technology to access, analyze, organize, and process information
- Consistently applies technical reasoning skills
Interacts Effectively with Others
- Develops and maintains positive relationships with others
- Works successfully in teams
- Leads by communicating ideas and motivating others
- Works collaboratively with persons of different beliefs, interests and backgrounds to build consensus
- Plans and acts as a systems thinker
- Knows and appreciates cultural and linguistic diversity
Exhibits Strong Personal Qualities
- Demonstrates initiative and perseverance
- Identifies personal goals
- Accepts responsibility for his/her own actions
- Maintains wellness and balance in life
- Recognizes and responds to societal needs
- Values and participates in the democratic process
- Has an interest in issues of social justice and equity