Vision

VISION
 
The Paramount High School community is dedicated to the academic, social, and personal growth of individuals within a student-centered environment that encourages students to become life-long learners and contributing members of a democracy in an ever-
changing world.
 
EXPECTED SCHOOL-WIDE LEARNING RESULTS (ESLRS)
 
We strive to have a graduate be...
 
A PRODUCTIVE INDIVIDUAL IN SOCIETY who...
  • Thinks, speaks, reads and writes clearly in English
  • Identifies and solves problems by applying critical thinking skills and
  • mathematical reasoning
  • Finds appropriate solutions as an individual or in collaboration with others
  • Uses effective communication skills
  • Actively pursues knowledge through a variety of resources
  • incorporating the use of technology
 
AN EFFECTIVE AND INFORMED CITIZEN who...
  • Interprets and responds to different sources of information
  • Takes a positive, active role in his/her community
  • Selects an ethical course of action when faced with choices
  • Practices environmental responsibility
 
A CULTURALLY AWARE PERSON who...
  • Respects one’s own culture and appreciates cultural similarities and
  • differences
  • Recognizes and affirms the dignity and worth of every individual
  • Accepts and deals positively with human diversity
 
A SELF-DIRECTED LEARNER who...
  • Reflects upon personal growth and development
  • Practices good health habits and physical fitness
  • Acquires new skills and applies knowledge
  • Establishes career and life-long learning goals
  • Accepts personal responsibility