Profile of a Learner

Preparing Students for School, Career, and Life

The Banning Unified School District Profile of a Learner defines the knowledge, skills, and dispositions every student should develop from preschool through graduation. It serves as the District's "North Star," guiding instructional practices, learning experiences, and decision-making to ensure students are prepared to thrive in an ever-changing world. Grounded in our mission to prepare, inspire, and educate, the Profile of a Learner reflects our commitment to developing students who are innovative thinkers, effective communicators, collaborative problem-solvers, and responsible members of their communities.

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Why a Profile of a Learner?

The world our students are entering is changing rapidly. Advances in technology, artificial intelligence, evolving careers, and new societal challenges require students to possess more than academic knowledge alone. They must also develop durable competencies that can transfer across college, careers, and everyday life.

The Banning Unified School District Profile of a Learner helps ensure our students graduate with the skills and mindsets needed to adapt, lead, and succeed—regardless of the path they choose after graduation.

Our Four Competencies

Innovation and Creativity

Critical and Analytical Thinking

Communication and Collaboration

Community Leadership and Responsibility

What is a Competency?

A competency is the ability to apply knowledge, skills, and dispositions to real-world situations.

Our Profile of a Learner goes beyond what students know—it focuses on what students can do with what they know.

Knowledge	Skills	Dispositions
Facts, concepts, and academic content	Strategies and abilities used to apply learning	Habits, attitudes, and mindsets that support success
Example: Mathematical concepts	Example: Critical thinking and problem solving	Example: Persistence, curiosity, and open-mindedness

Together, these three components develop lifelong competencies that prepare students for success.

Developing Future-Ready Students

A future-ready education recognizes that students must be prepared for a rapidly changing world. Through learner-centered experiences, supportive learning environments, strong systems, and meaningful partnerships with families and the community, Banning Unified School District is committed to helping every student develop the competencies necessary for lifelong success.

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