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Promise of a Graduate

In Amphitheater, we believe in the promise of every student, and we promise to deliver the educational experiences children need to grow and flourish, from the first day of their kindergarten year to the day they walk across the stage and earn their high school diplomas. One of our core missions is to deliver on the Promise of a Graduate, instilling eight key skills and characteristics in our students as they grow from year to year. Those qualities are Scholarship, Creative Thinking, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Collaboration, Communication, Caring and Citizenship.

The Promise Characteristics

  • Scholarship
    Academic knowledge • Research skills • Intellectual curiosity • Continuous learning • Information literacy
  • Problem Solving
    • Resourcefulness • Decision-making • Adaptability • Systematic approach • Shared responsibility
  • Critical Thinking
    • Analytical reasoning • Logical evaluation • Evidence-based judgement • Problem deconstruction • Inquisitiveness
  • Creative Thinking
    • Innovative mindset • Originality • Flexibility • Imagination • Open-mindedness
  • Communication
    • Active listening • Clear expression • Respectful dialogue • Nonverbal awareness • Concise writing
  • Collaboration
    • Teamwork • Interpersonal skills • Cooperation • Conflict resolution • Relational intelligence
  • Citizenship
    • Civic engagement • Social responsibility • Ethical behavior • Respect for diversity • Community involvement
  • Caring
    • Empathy • Kindness • Respectfulness • Emotional intelligence • Inclusivity