The Portrait of a Graduate (POG) represents an evolution in how we conceptualize educational success. A Portrait of a Graduate creates a comprehensive framework that captures a community's shared vision of the skills, knowledge, and attributes students should possess upon completing their K-12 education.

This EBook draws from a three-year longitudinal study of Broken Arrow Public Schools and provides comprehensive guidance for educational leaders seeking to implement a Portrait of a Graduate framework in their districts. Read this EBook to learn:

• The Vision & Purpose of a Portrait of a Graduate
• The Research Foundation: Why a POG Matters
• Collaborative Development: Building Your POG
• Core Attributions & Competencies
• Implementation Strategy: From Vision to Practice
• Career Exploration: A Centerpiece of Student Success
• Assessment & Accountability: Measuring What Matters
• Overcoming Challenges & Sustaining Success
• The Broken Arrow Experience: Lessons Learned

This executive summary is excerpted from the "Portrait of a Graduate Handbook" (First Printing, 2025), authored by Michael Speziale, Ed.D. and Sharon James, Ed.D., with contributions from Chris Juhasz, Ed.D. For more detailed implementation guidance, comprehensive case studies, and additional resources, please refer to the complete handbook.