Profile of a Colegio Maya Graduate

The Colegio Maya education program is designed to nurture a graduate who:

· Is competent in the application of the skills of communication—reading, writing, listening, and speaking in English.

· Demonstrates competency in quantitative, scientific and technological literacy.

· Demonstrates competency in reading, writing, speaking and comprehending Spanish at appropriate level.

· Is able to find and access information efficiently and effectively.

· Evaluates information critically and competently, and uses information accurately, creatively and responsibly.

· Exhibits and practices sensitivity to environmental preservation.

· Demonstrates the ability to solve problems and think critically.

· Demonstrates an understanding of history and its relationship to the world today.

· Understands and values the skills of participating in a democratic society.

· Understands wellness and its implication for a healthy lifestyle.

· Expresses herself/himself creatively and responds with sensitivity to the creative works of others.

· Understands the personal rewards of community service.

· Can live successfully in a multicultural, global society by exercising tolerance, understanding and open mindedness.

· Sustains and enhances self-esteem through integrity, responsibility and self-knowledge.

· Demonstrates an active desire to learn and understand the world.

Implemented: January, 2000

Revised: May, 2004