Essential Life Skills

Students manage the career, financial, technological, and practical responsibilities necessary in a complex and changing world.

Essential Life Skills Value Statement

SAU 21 inspires all pK-12 students to become independent, lifelong learners equipped with the skills, confidence, and self-awareness required for personal growth. We strive to support students in achieving vital skills and competencies for diverse life and career paths.

Essential Life Skills Goals 2024-2029

Students will demonstrate essential skills and competencies aligned with life and career pathways following grade-specific milestones.
Students will demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain goals related to college and/ or career ambitions.
Students will have regular opportunities to practice skills related to business, such as communication and digital/ financial literacy.

Essential Life Skills Descriptors

Digital Literacy
Financial Literacy
Goal Setting
Business Communication
Food & Nutrition
Cooking
Household Management
Bridge to Career
Public Speaking

Key Indicators

Students will have regular opportunities to demonstrate skills related to personal finance, household management, public speaking, business communication, and goal setting.
Students will have the opportunity to develop post-graduation plans that include college, career, and life planning.
Students will demonstrate the ability to find resources, self-advocate, and cultivate the ability to seek assistance proactively.