the skills4success framework
The Skills4Success Framework is a set of 7 interrelated skills that have been developed through a collaborative research process with local businesses/organizations, colleges/universities, and school districts. While certain skills within this set may be more prevalent or important at times, they are not meant to be viewed in isolation from one another. For instance, the ability to communicate effectively often involves a strong foundation in technology literacy and the ability to effectively collaborate and work with others.
Proficiency scales have been developed by grade band (K - 5; 6 - 8; 9 - 12) for each of the skills below.
To download a document that contains each of the proficiency scales for the skills below, click here.
To download a one-page overview of the Skills4Success Framework, click here.
Proficiency scales have been developed by grade band (K - 5; 6 - 8; 9 - 12) for each of the skills below.
To download a document that contains each of the proficiency scales for the skills below, click here.
To download a one-page overview of the Skills4Success Framework, click here.
technology literacy
The ability to understand, use, and adapt to new technology concepts, systems, and operations.
Collaboration and Global Thinking
The ability to collaborate and work as a member of a team in order to achieve a common goal. This involves knowing 1) your strengths and recognizing strengths in others, 2) how to take other’s perspectives, and 3) how to resolve conflict.
Communication
The ability to effectively communicate a message or an idea to someone else through verbal and non-verbal means. Included within this is the ability to know how and when to listen to others’ communication and to use communication to build interpersonal relationships with others.
critical thinking and problem solving
The ability to generate innovative and creative solutions & PROBLEM SOLVING to issues of interest through the gathering, analysis and evaluation of relevant information. This includes thinking through 1) how possible solutions fit into and affect a larger system, 2) the validity of information and claims that others present, and 3) the potential consequences of proposed solutions.
flexibility and adaptability
The ability and self-motivation to continuously learn to respond to changes and to increase one’s understanding. Included within this is being open-minded to different viewpoints and ways of doing things and continuous reflection on one’s own knowledge base.
ethical citizenship
The ability to act in a caring and principled manner (e.g. - with integrity, honesty, respect and discernment) in order to promote the common-good of one’s community. Included within this is finding balance between attending to one’s own needs (e.g. - spiritual, health, work, etc.) and the needs of others.
personal accountability
The ability to productively work toward a goal with a positive attitude. Included within this is being reliable and dependable (e.g. - being present and punctual) and having the confidence to take risks and hold oneself and other accountable for their work.