Twenty-First Century Schools Committee

After reviewing predictions for their lifetime, my 10th graders developed a list of the knowledge and skills they will need to succeed. 

What I Need to Succeed in the Future ·       Originality and ideas·       Ability to multi-task·       Good grades·       Common sense·       Money management·       A wonderful place to “chill”·       Initiative·       Self-control·       Ambition·       Negotiation skills·       Hugs and kisses·       Confidence and self esteem·       Good health·       Mentors·       Family and Friends·       Food and cooking skills·       Computer skills·       Talent·       Music·       Self-motivation·       Patience·       Games and fun·       Be happy and in love·       Passion·       Convictions and the strength to live by them·       Resources·       Independence·       A clean police record·       Job/career·       Political and governmental savvy·       Karate/Kung fu skills·       College degree·       Communication skills·       Post-graduate school·       Money·       Gardening skills·       Morals·       Manners and etiquette·       Drawing skills·       Dancing skills·       Weapons·       Faith in God·       Goals·       Sense of humor·       Transportation·       Parenting skills·       Cleaning skills·       Preserve natural resources·       Preparation for death·       Friends and family·       Imagination·       Creativity·       Relationship skills·       Self-control·       Tolerance·       Connections

Debora Orrick