CIS graduates can…!
- Learn. Educated in the classical liberal arts tradition, inspired by being part of a community of life-long learners, they have a passion for learning and the skills to accomplish it.
- Appreciate the possibilities open to them. While confident that their education has given them the foundation to succeed, they understand that there are valuable lessons to be learned from perseverance in the face of adversity.
- Research and analyze information from a variety of sources, recognize what is important and relevant, and synthesize it in ways that can be used to make decisions.
- Think well, and communicate clearly, in the major disciplines of English, mathematics, science and history. They are literate in technology, as well as the written and spoken word. They are able to raise new questions and problem-solve to devise novel solutions.
- Live in a global society. Having studied world cultures and languages from the Classical age, including study of Latin, to the most current geo-political configurations, they are prepared to be members of an international community.
- Understand differences among individuals and groups. They can work cooperatively with others in academics, sports and extracurricular activities as leaders and group members.
- Think beyond their own interests and reflect on the ways in which they can serve the broader community. This reflection is informed by knowledge of moral principles common to the great philosophical traditions.
- Independently navigate the complexities of everyday life in society. Chief among these, they possess the understanding to responsibly discharge their civic duties in a democratic society.
- Balance the interests of external achievement and internal equilibrium. They appreciate those aspects of life which bring joy to living, e.g., the fine and performing arts and physical wellness.
