MCHS Vision of the Graduate
Milken Community High Schoolís Vision of the Graduate was drafted in the 2010-2011 school year by a committee with student, alumni, parent, faculty and administrative membership. Mission-aligned, based in Jewish learning and progressive educational practice, it was ratified by Milkenís senior leadership team in February, 2011.
Our Vision of the Graduate is structured within three pillars - Torah/Learning, Avodah/Spritual Practice, Gemilut Chasadim/Ethical Practice.
TORAH/LEARNING
Since learning is a sacred act that fosters dignity, mastery, and tikkun olam, the Milken graduate:
sees the world through Jewish and American lenses.
actively questions, grapples and takes risks.
writes with clarity and nuance.
speaks persuasively.
is an attentive reader.
is a resourceful problem solver.
thinks critically and creatively.
collaborates effectively.
integrates learning, identity and action.
learns lishma.
AVODAH/SPIRITUAL PRACTICE
Developing rich individuality within larger circles of community, the Milken graduate:
balances academic, social, emotional, and physical well being.
possesses humility and self-confidence.
cultivates her own unique gifts, passions, and perspectives.
demonstrates curiosity and wonder.
expresses gratitude.
is a God wrestler.
learns from her mistakes through ongoing teshuvah.
identifies with the rhythms of Jewish time.
values community.
connects to Israel.
is a committed Jew who cares about the past, present, and future of the Jewish people.
GEMILUT CHASADIM/ETHICAL PRACTICE
Since we are responsible for treating ourselves and others bítzelem elohim, the Milken graduate:
combines learning, doing, and reflection.
is true to her word.
avoids lashon hara.
acknowledges the good and engages in caring criticism.
performs regular acts of kindness.
does not stand idly by.
builds pluralistic Jewish and civic communities.
is a role model.
is responsible for the environment.
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