Portrait of a Graduate

By the grace of God, Heritage graduates will experience the fullness of these attributes when they accept Christ as their Lord and Savior, actively pursue a relationship with Him through daily study of Scripture and an intentional prayer life, allow the Holy Spirit to direct their path, and seek to be intimately connected in a local church body.

Blessed is the man who walks not in the counsel of the wicked, nor stands in the way of sinners nor sits in the seat of scoffers; but his delight is in the law of the Lord, and on his law he meditates day and night. He is like a tree planted by streams of water that yields its fruit in its season, and its leaf does not wither. In all that he does, he prospers. Psalm 1:1-3

 

Pursues excellence in all endeavors; strong work ethic

• Works to the best of their ability in all tasks, committing to bring glory to God through their work
• Perseveres through hardship
• Seeks opportunities to learn and grow

Communicates effectively both orally and in writing

• Develops and demonstrates excellent grammar and writing composition skills, utilizes a rich vocabulary that enhances communication, and develops and demonstrates the ability of reading to learn
• Discerns how to tailor a message, whether in writing or speaking, for different audiences
• Develops and displays the ability to articulate the gospel of Jesus Christ and how to share with others the hope that they have through Him

Seeks opportunity to help others

• Develops and demonstrates a servant leader mindset, seeking to emulate Jesus Christ
• Understands and utilizes spiritual gifts, personal strengths, and talents, applying them in leadership and service
• Works to enhance the community in which they live
• Values the importance and benefit of belonging to and being involved in a local church body

Thinks critically and solves problems; reasons effectively and thinks independently

• Commits to engage God’s Word in a way that trains their minds and transforms their hearts, studying with purpose, patience, prayer, and humility.
• Demonstrates the ability to apply a biblical worldview to daily life and decision-making
• Uses knowledge with ingenuity and innovation to solve complex problems
• Utilizes technology with respect and responsibility

Exhibits discipline and self-control

• Displays a high level of responsibility and dependability in managing time and relationships
• Demonstrates honesty and integrity
• Manage emotions and considers others

Portrays confidence and courage

• Continually develops an eternal perspective on life
• Displays grace, humility, and courage in leadership
• Seeks justice, standing up for what is good and right advocating for themselves and others

Displays respect when relating to others

• Can explain the significance of being an image bearer of God
• Values and respects life
• Exhibits grace and humility when relating to those who do not share the same worldview
• Lives in accordance with biblical standards in family and personal relationships

Demonstrates resourcefulness in all areas of life

• Develops and demonstrates stewardship of personal, financial, and natural resources
• Demonstrates generosity
• Strives for a healthy lifestyle