KWL chart by Denise Troelstra

dtroelstra — 2025-08-21 12:56:35 UTC

Before the lesson, write down what you already know about the current topic here.

dtroelstra — 2025-08-21 12:56:35 UTC

After the lesson, write down new facts or understandings you've gained.

dtroelstra — 2025-08-21 12:56:35 UTC

Before the lesson, write down what you want to know about the current topic here.

ccowper — 2025-08-21 13:34:21 UTC

REGENTS EXAMS ARE NOT GOING AWAY.

ebenedetto2 — 2025-08-21 13:34:35 UTC

Changing from only a few tracks to many

jfarnan2 — 2025-08-21 13:34:38 UTC

Getting kids ready for the real world!

tkitz — 2025-08-21 13:34:43 UTC

They are ready to tackle the world

nmcpartland — 2025-08-21 13:34:52 UTC

It's an expansion of how students can demonstrate competency as a pathway towards graduation.

nennytully — 2025-08-21 13:34:57 UTC

It's how NYS tells us what our students need to know/do in order to be a contributor after graduation

kbundy2 — 2025-08-21 13:34:59 UTC

Educating the whole child-- possible new pathways to graduation

kedwards16 — 2025-08-21 13:35:03 UTC

Giving students the skills they need to be successful in the world.

kmoore40 — 2025-08-21 13:35:03 UTC

Many tracks

cbartlett_murray — 2025-08-21 13:35:05 UTC

New pathways to graduation.

cvigliotti5 — 2025-08-21 13:35:13 UTC

It includes different options to prepare students for post-graduation

adenno — 2025-08-21 13:35:18 UTC

Real world skills, many different tracks, opportunities for all students...

smadigan — 2025-08-21 13:35:19 UTC

Requirements are changing with new pathways.

ejudge — 2025-08-21 13:35:31 UTC

More opportunities for students and pathways to success.

awalter7 — 2025-08-21 13:35:39 UTC

We are all responsible for helping our students graduate.

nmcpartland — 2025-08-21 13:35:45 UTC

What does this shift look like from a k-12/vertical alignment perspective.

grosenthal7 — 2025-08-21 13:35:50 UTC

Focus on 21st Century skills with a variety of pathways to graduation

gcosh — 2025-08-21 13:35:57 UTC

Creating life long learners and setting students up for success outside of high school. It really aligns with our mission statement, BOE goals, and core values.

mdejohn1 — 2025-08-21 13:35:59 UTC

Portrait of a graduate is looking at the whole child and is future-focused.

ccowper — 2025-08-21 13:36:01 UTC

What funding will be coming to school districts to support alternative pathways to graduation (CTE, WBL, etc).

gverheyn — 2025-08-21 13:36:04 UTC

How the arts are included/impacted

egreenwood5 — 2025-08-21 13:36:05 UTC

Students will have different pathways to demonstrate success in their subjects, not just through exams.

asnide — 2025-08-21 13:36:05 UTC

Opportunities for students to show their strengths outside of test scores

jheydrick — 2025-08-21 13:36:06 UTC

Portrait of a graduate outlines the skills a graduate should have as they head off after graduation. Some of the skills include global citizen, creative innovator, and effective communicator.

mmuldner — 2025-08-21 13:36:06 UTC

By the time students graduate they will be a well-rounded human who will make thoughtful contributions in the world

tkitz — 2025-08-21 13:36:06 UTC

What are we doing for those students who are not a portrait of a grad?

mlawrence91 — 2025-08-21 13:36:09 UTC

Skills and pathways that grow the whole learner.

scollins11 — 2025-08-21 13:36:10 UTC

It's about making students ready for the real world and how to interact in a global community and not just based on grades.

cbartlett_murray — 2025-08-21 13:36:18 UTC

How will state track student progress toward pathways.

2025-08-21 13:36:18 UTC

Offer additional activities to become more successful.

kbundy2 — 2025-08-21 13:36:23 UTC

How will we assess success in meeting standards?

krodriguez55 — 2025-08-21 13:36:24 UTC

Multiple ways to gain credit for graduation.

nennytully — 2025-08-21 13:36:27 UTC

What do we offer for students who are not on track for college?

kedwards16 — 2025-08-21 13:36:28 UTC

What are the changes will occur at the district level?

smadigan — 2025-08-21 13:36:39 UTC

Are there any differences for students with disabilities?

asnide — 2025-08-21 13:36:42 UTC

Timeline and opportunities for our building to prepare students for the real world based on their interests and strengths. Different pathways for different learners.

ebenedetto2 — 2025-08-21 13:36:43 UTC

What does this look like at the elementary level? How do we support students from the start?

jheydrick — 2025-08-21 13:36:46 UTC

How do we start preparing students at the primary level?

egreenwood5 — 2025-08-21 13:36:47 UTC

What will the final demonstration look like if it isn't through an exam?

mdejohn1 — 2025-08-21 13:36:50 UTC

How will we be measuring and preparing students for some of the more subjective goals in portrait of a graduate?

cvigliotti5 — 2025-08-21 13:36:54 UTC

What can be shifted at the elementary level to help students be prepared for expectations at the secondary level?

nmcpartland — 2025-08-21 13:36:58 UTC

I want to know if this leads to more local control for districts...

2025-08-21 13:37:01 UTC

What changes will occur in elective content areas?

mlawrence91 — 2025-08-21 13:37:05 UTC

How can we support the portrait of a graduate from the K-12 perspective specifically with tracking?

rscotland2 — 2025-08-21 13:37:08 UTC

Students can demonstrate the skills necessary for graduation in various ways through different pathways.

hwright131 — 2025-08-21 13:37:09 UTC

What impact does this have on the arts and how does this fit into our current schedule

mmuldner — 2025-08-21 13:37:12 UTC

What is changing this year as the world is changing?

sconway2 — 2025-08-21 13:37:16 UTC

It really is a K-12 student experience. Not all children go to preschool. Some will now get our UPK, but getting all kids this valuable experience will help!

krodriguez55 — 2025-08-21 13:37:36 UTC

How does having multiple pathways shift our teaching practices?

rscotland2 — 2025-08-21 13:37:55 UTC

How will this impact students with disabilities that have historically struggled to meet the Regents exam criteria?

adenno — 2025-08-21 13:38:22 UTC

How do we track progress? How do we include students in this process?