What are the Core Competencies?

These six core competencies are at the centre of the curriculum redesign. A student self-assessment of these competencies is part of engaging in learning.

DIRECTIONS: All learners will choose 1-3 of the I can … competency statements below to focus on throughout the school year.

Communication

• I can share ideas, information, and experiences.
• I can take on responsibilities in a group.
• I can represent my learning.

Critical Thinking

• I can ask questions.
• I can reflect on my thinking and actions.
• I can experiment with different ways of doing things.

Creative Thinking

• I can generate new ideas.
• I can create new things.
• I can seek out challenges and solve problems.

Positive Personal & Cultural Identity

• I can describe my family and community.
• I can understand how my values shape my choices.
• I can identify my strengths and skills.

Personal Awareness and Responsibility

• I can imagine changes in myself and in the world.
• I can use strategies that help me manage my feelings and emotions.
• I can sustain a healthy and balanced lifestyle.

Social Responsibility

• I can identify how my actions affect others.
• I can identify problems and compare problem-solving strategies.
• I can support others when they need it.

NOTE: In creating their Student Learning Plan, each student will answer the following questions:

• How are you already using this I can … competency in your life?
• I notice that I am already…
• How would you like to grow or improve this competency this year?
• I’d like to get better at…

Here is the Core Competencies Self Assessment form.

In the spring, learners will revisit the Competencies Self-Assessment completed in the fall to identify their growth over the year.