Cranston Public Schools
Graduation by Proficiency
Senior Portfolio Packet
Part 1: Academic Expectations for Student Learning
To be eligible to graduate, you must complete at least twenty (20) artifacts that demonstrate proficiency in the District Academic Expectations for Student Learning. Of those, twelve (12) must align with Communication Skills (AESL 1-5), and eight (8) must align with Problem Solving, Research, and Critical Thinking Skills (AESL 6-9)
Part 2: Personal Reflection
In addition to your academic standards, Cranston Public Schools asks students to reflect upon their high school career; from social-emotional skills, to overcoming challenges, to participation in extracurricular activities.
Use the following guiding questions to help you prepare the reflective component of your portfolio. This section should be the most important part of your presentation. This is the opportunity for you to tell your story, and answer the question- what makes you you.
Consider the questions as building blocks for your presentation. You do not need to answer every single one, but be sure to include components from each section.
Of the 20 artifacts required for graduation, you will choose 2 for your portfolio presentation.