Upon matriculation from Bridges, all students will be able to:
Problem-solve, working in inquiry-based groups, to collaboratively answer meaningful questions and respond to challenging situations and scenarios.
Think and write critically, channeling their innate curiosity into deeper level investigation and explanation.
Communicate clearly, citing evidence in order to persuade and defend their reasoning, assertions, and ideas respectfully and in academic language.
Persevere because they have become resilient, independent thinkers who own their own learning and take responsibility for their own success.
Move upward through the levels of thinking to reach the higher levels of analysis, evaluation, synthesis, and creativity.
Reflect on their own learning, understanding alternative ideas, and knowing when and how to revise and refine beliefs and knowledge based upon new evidence.
Demonstrate a global perspective based upon an understanding of the interconnectedness of community, national, and global influences.
Understand and articulate the historical, social, cultural, economic, and political factors that have shaped and continue to shape local and global communities.
Exercise cultural sensitivity and tolerance for diversity to exemplify a concern for social justice.
Embark on a pathway toward college eligibility and begin to formulate a potential career trajectory by developing proficiency in core academic areas.