Reference Material - What schools are for?

Some of attributes to strive for in a learner:

Creativity    

Critical thinking

Resilience

Motivation

Persistence

Curiosity

Inquisitiveness

Endurance

Reliability

Enthusiasm

Civic-mindedness

Self-Awareness

Self-discipline

Leadership

Compassion

Empathy

Courage

Imagination

Sense of Humor

Resourcefulness

Humility

From James Goodlad?'s book - 'What schools are for':

1. Mastery of Basic Skills or Fundamental Processes

2.  Career Education-Vocational Education  

3. Intellectual Development

4. Enculturation

5.  Interpersonal Relations

6. Autonomy

7. Citizenship 

8.  Creativity and Aesthetic Appreciation

9.  Self-Concept

10. Emotional and Physical Well-Being

11. Moral and Ethical Character  
12. Self-Realization 

All gleaned from an article by TeacherKen....