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 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