About Learner Characteristics

Alongside academic grades, teachers report on non-academic skills, called learner characteristics. The six learner characteristics are:

• Follows routines and directions
• Shows respect for self and others
• Completes tasks and assignments in a timely manner
• Displays organizational skills
• Demonstrates self-control
• Participates in collaborative activities and discussions

For each statement, teachers report on a student's progress in each area. There are three descriptors that appear on the report card: Proficient, Developing, or Concern. Most students will be in the "Proficient" or "Developing" categories for most skills.

• Proficient: A student consistently and independently demonstrates this skill. This represents a solid, age-appropriate mastery of the characteristic, and the student requires very few reminders.
• Developing: This is a positive, growth-oriented category where many students will be! A student is on their way but isn't fully consistent yet. They are learning and practicing the skill, often with reminders or guidance. This is a normal part of the learning process and not a negative mark.
• Concern: This descriptor is reserved for cases where a student is finding a particular skill significantly challenging, and it is persistently getting in the way of their learning. This category is used very sparingly, and it will never be a surprise.

The rubrics are meant to define developmental stages for each grade band with regard to each learner characteistic. 

Learner Characteristic Rubrics:

K-2 Rubric

3-4 Rubric

5-8 Rubric