K–12 education is entering a transformative shift.

The skills K–12 students need to excel are shifting as job descriptions and employer expectations continue to evolve.

To support this shift, schools and states are adopting new standards that align student skills with the needs of today’s employers—often framed as durable (soft) skills or a Portrait (or Profile) of a Graduate.

What are Durable Skills and a Portrait of a Graduate?

Durable skills, also known as soft skills, are the personal habits and traits that shape how we learn, work, and grow, as well as how we interact with others.

A Portrait or Profile of a Graduate outlines the learning standards, competencies, and durable skills students should demonstrate upon graduation to be best prepared for today’s workforce.

Durable skills form the foundation of any Portrait or Profile of a Graduate, as the majority of its competencies are rooted in these skills.

To ensure students are relevant in the job market, these skills must be embedded into their daily experiences—both in and beyond the classroom.

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K–12 education is entering a transformative shift. The skills K–12 students need to excel are shifting as job descriptions and employer expectations continue to evolve.

To support this shift, schools and states are adopting new standards that align student skills with the needs of today’s employers—often framed as durable (soft) skills or a Portrait (or Profile) of a Graduate.

What are Durable Skills and a Portrait of a Graduate?

To ensure students are relevant in the job market, these skills must be embedded into their daily experiences—both in and beyond the classroom.

For additional information

K–12 education is entering a transformative shift.

The skills K–12 students need to excel are shifting as job descriptions and employer expectations continue to evolve.