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We Are Communicators
Communication is the ability to effectively and respectfully exchange ideas through multiple modalities to a targeted audience.
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We are Critical Thinkers
Critical thinking engenders lifelong learners who synthesize and evaluate information, generate questions and expand on prior ideas to identify new solutions.
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We Are Creative and Innovative
Creative innovation is embracing an overall spirit of curiosity to create change and implement new ideas.
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We Are Compassionate
Compassion is the cultivation of sensitivity and empathy, offering kindness and respect toward oneself and others, without judgment
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We Are Confident
Confidence is the ability to take risks, be resilient and express oneself in the face of challenges.
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We Are Collaborative
Collaboration is the ability to communicate openly and effectively, using listening skills to build trust while demonstrating open-mindedness, flexibility and respect in working with others towards a common goal.
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#WeAreHerricks
#WeAreHerricks
The Herricks School District, a Community of Learners, through its educational programs, promotes intellectual curiosity and creative expression, values diversity, and measures success by one's personal development and contributions to society.
Clubs and Activities
Herricks Middle School offers many opportunities for all students to get involved. We encourage all students to find a new hobby, meet new people and have some fun in our afterschool programs.
Program of Studies
At Herricks Middle School, our students engage in rigorous, engaging and relevant learning opportunities.
To learn more about the courses offered at Herricks Middle School, click here.
Herricks Studios
Podcasts for students, by students! Mr. Heit's 8th grade podcasting class produces podcasts on a variety of topics from interviews to gaming.
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