In 2026, defining student success feels more important—and more complex—than ever.
As districts balance academic recovery, evolving accountability systems, workforce readiness, and growing conversations about AI, one question remains at the center:
What does it truly mean for our students to be ready for what comes next?
This 29-page guide provides your team with templates, tools, and a practical, step-by-step roadmap for developing, refining, and implementing a Portrait of a Graduate that reflects your community’s values and aligns with your state context.
Inside, you’ll find:
- A clear development process with planning tools and workbook activities
- Guidance for writing strong, measurable graduate attributes and tracking growth over time
- Implementation and communication strategies to embed your Portrait across curriculum, MTSS, PLCs, and district systems
Whether you’re starting from scratch or strengthening existing work, this guide helps you build a Portrait designed to last.
