Workplace & College Ready

Get prepared for what's next. Students need to have three basic skills whether they are going directly to the workforce or preparing for more education.

Get prepared for what’s next. Students need to have three basic skills whether they are going directly to the workforce or preparing for more education.

  • Demonstrates Communication Skills
  • Demonstrates Professional Skills
  • Demonstrates Technology Skills

DEMONSTRATES COMMUNICATION SKILLS

  • Demonstrates Digital Citizenry skills with appropriate use of all mediums including social media.
  • Models effective listening skills, including eye contact, questioning, and responding.
  • Responds well to constructive feedback.
  • Speaks clearly and writes legibly.
  • Composes written and oral presentations, posters, reports, and presentations in an effective manner.
  • Demonstrates appropriate non-verbal actions and behaviors.
  • Knows when and how to ask for help in a work or school setting..

DEMONSTRATES PROFESSIONAL/EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS

  • Attends work or school daily and on time.
  • Demonstrates personal work ethic (working independently, taking initiative, addressing work challenges, completing work with attention to detail.
  • Upholds ethical business practices, maintains personal integrity, and addresses workplace harassment through proper channels.
  • Responds positively to feedback and guidance from supervisors.
  • Resolves conflicts through active listening, developing solutions, and taking responsibility for personal mistakes.
  • Collaborates effectively with team members, shares workload, follows through on work tasks, and demonstrates flexibility.
  • Continues to seek opportunities for personal and professional growth.

DEMONSTRATES TECHNOLOGY SKILLS

  • Exhibits proficiency with word processing, spreadsheet, digital presentation, video conferencing, and email applications.
  • Produces and manages professional emails, files, and work-related documents.
  • Navigates websites, Internet searches, and social media outlets with understanding and professionalism.