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future readiness
Engage students in innovative, real-world learning experiences that are not confined by time or
location in order to develop global awareness and prepare them for any post-secondary path.
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Authentic Learning

Create and expand authentic learning opportunities for all learners to provide innovative and real-world learning experiences through initiatives that promote career readiness, career exploration, problem-based learning, and experiential learning.

Global Awareness

Design opportunities for students to develop global awareness, cultural competence, cultural appreciation, understanding of world issues, and global citizenship through experiences (e.g., travel or exchange programs, overseas placements, language instruction, and intercultural activities) so that all learners can interact effectively with the world.

Career Pathways

Evaluate, build, and implement career pathways that include work-based learning opportunities based on student interest, labor market data, and local industry support in order to prepare all learners for an ever-changing world.

COMPLETED
  • Complete Year 2 SchooLinks implementation
    • Finalized full rollout plan.
    • Plan and implement professional development for high school and middle school staff.  
  • Expand ISBE Career Pathway Endorsements
    • Set up a systematic and recurring review of current pathways and future options.
    • Develop pathways transitions from Grades 5–6 and 8–9 in partnership with the Transitions committee.
    • Develop connections among the Exploratory Steering Committee (MS) and this committee’s efforts (HS).
  • Expand staffing and resources for Career Pathways
    • Add a Career Pathways Coordinator at Barrington High School.
    • Add Middle School Liaisons.
  • Restructure the College & Career Center
    • Expand the middle school/high school partnership with the Career Expo and other exploration opportunities.
    • Update the Career Pathways webpage on the Barrington High School website.
       

Career Pathway Endorsements at BHS

Life-Skill Development

Develop and implement life-skill learning opportunities (e.g., communication, financial literacy, nutrition, stress management, self-care, cooking, continued education, and executive functioning skills) to continue developing well-rounded students.