All Saints Catholic Academy Profile of an Eighth Grade Graduate

 The 8^th Grade Graduate is Christ-centered

• models Catholic Christian values, including respect and forgiveness for self and others
• forms a Christian conscience and evaluates moral choices within the context of the Church’s teachings
• responds to the needs of others with a compassionate and empathetic spirit
• builds a personal relationship with Christ through the regular practice of prayer and the Eucharist
• practices his/her faith by worshiping on a weekly basis as part of an active faith community
• takes responsibility for exploring and validating one’s own faith
• exhibits basic knowledge of Catholic beliefs, prayer, scripture, and social justice teachings
• who is of another faith tradition, knows and understands Catholic teaching and is also an active participant in his/her religious group

The 8^th Grade Graduate is Academically Strong

• possesses skills to be academically competitive and successful in high school and beyond
• develops creative, collaborative, media, and information fluencies
• demonstrates critical thinking skills for problem solving
• possesses a strong foundation, mastery,  and competencies in all areas of study as outlined in the curriculum of the Archdiocese of Newark
• exhibits independent and creative thinking skills
• strives for personal best
• studies a problem to formulate a conclusion relevant to the situation (inductive and deductive reasoning)
• conveys information in an effective and clear manner
• uses technology/digital media as an educational tool, media device, and communication tool
• reads, comprehends, applies, analyzes, and evaluates various text and materials
• recognizes that learning continues beyond the classroom through various means and modes
• works collaboratively and creatively with others

The 8^th Grade Graduate possesses Christian Leadership

• acts with good judgment, encourages others, and empowers others
• sets a positive example and serves as a role model for younger students
• collaborates with others to achieve a common goal
• plans and perseveres to achieve short-term and long-term goals
• demonstrates flexibility, respect, and good listening skills
• accepts challenges and takes appropriate risks that develop his/her talents and abilities
• demonstrates confidence, faith in oneself and one’s gifts
• displays a positive attitude and a good sense of humor
• demonstrates good sportsmanship
• exhibits humility

The 8^th Grade Graduate is of Service

• shares talents for the purpose of enriching other people’s lives
• participates in giving, aiding, and supporting others as a responsible member of society
• assumes responsibility and acts appropriately using resources that are available
• develops an ongoing awareness of the proper and ethical treatment of others and his/her surroundings

Our 8^th grade graduate exhibits Responsible Citizenship

• recognizes that it is his/her responsibility to give back to society through community service
• understands that each person’s actions affect the surrounding community positively or negatively
• views the environment as a gift from God and accepts his/her role as a steward of God’s creation
• understands that the digital world has the potential to positively affect self and others if used responsibly
• takes an interest in social and global awareness issues as reflected in the Seven Principles of Catholic Social Teaching