Every LISD graduate is prepared with the knowledge, academic foundation, and life skills to be a productive learner, an effective communicator, and a responsible citizen, in order to be successful in an ever-changing world.

To be academically prepared, each LISD graduate:

has the knowledge in mathematics, science, and social studies necessary for problem solving, communicating, and reasoning

participates in the literary, visual, and performing arts to enrich his/her daily life

To be a productive learner, each LISD graduate:

demonstrates self-discipline, sets goals, uses time wisely, and always tries to improve

demonstrates logic, critical thinking skills, creativity, and the ability to solve problems

manages information by acquiring and evaluating data, organizing and maintaining records, and using technology to find and process information

demonstrates skill in managing systems and resources, such as money, materials, space, and people

To be an effective communicator, each LISD graduate:

reads proficiently from a variety of sources for knowledge and enjoyment

listens attentively and critically and responds to speakers appropriately

writes and speaks correctly, effectively and fluently, adapting to different audiences and purposes

To be a responsible citizen, each LISD graduate:

understands the value and rewards of work

understands the nature of economics and consumer finance as it applies to everyday living

contributes to community or school service organizations

makes and evaluates decisions based on ethical principles and respect of the law

understands and appreciates the benefits of democratic government and free enterprise

understands world issues and current events, identifies the rights and obligations of citizens, and participates in the democratic process

Each LISD graduate:

makes wise career decisions based on self-knowledge, educational and occupational exploration, and career planning

fosters personal health habits and self-worth

demonstrates interpersonal skills needed to work effectively in teams, manage conflict, lead in community and business, and be an effective parent

reads and learns for enjoyment, fulfillment and breadth of knowledge

demonstrates ethical behavior - honesty, integrity, promise-keeping, loyalty, concern for others, law-abidance/civic duty, respect for others, fairness, pursuit of excellence, accountability

Honesty — telling the truth

Integrity — doing the right thing

Promise-keeping — doing what you say you are going to do

Loyalty — supporting someone or something

Concern for Others — caring for and helping others

Law-abidance/Civic Duty — obeying rules and laws/making the world a better place

Respect for Others — being polite and kind to everyone and everything

Fairness — treating everyone equally


Pursuit of Excellence — doing everything the best you can; looking for ways to improve

Accountability — admitting to what you do wrong, and taking pride in what you do right

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