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Expected Student Outcomes
BAIS’ Expected Student Outcomes (ESOs) embody the characteristics we desire each student to grow in during their time at BAIS, whether that time is for one semester or 14 years. ESOs are organized into four categories: Biblical Application, Active Living and Learning, Innovative and Informed Thinking, and Social Responsibility.
A BAIS student and graduate is someone who…
…has a strong understanding of the world viewed through a Biblical lens.
- Seeks after truth
- Identifies who God is, who we are, and our purpose in life
- Understands what the Bible says about how we should act in today’s world
- Evaluates worldviews based on the Bible
…is actively engaged in learning through courage, curiosity, and tenacity.
- Takes risks
- Sees failure as an opportunity
- Solves challenging problems
- Embraces creativity
- Takes responsibility for their own learning
…is devoted to innovative and informed thinking by being careful, fair-minded, honest, and humble.
- Seeks to understand their own perspectives and the perspectives of others
- Communicates clearly
- Produces their own ideas
- Works collaboratively with others
- Makes connections across disciplines
- Strives to do their best work
…and seeks to better our communities and care for others.
- Cares for and stewards God’s Creation
- Respects other people, cultures, and ethnicities
- Works for the betterment of their communities and our world
- Demonstrates empathy and kindness towards others
- Makes choices that contribute to a safe environment