Critical Thinking in Action

Our 3rd C at NHHS is Critical Thinking. We believe critical thinking is the cornerstone of grit, perseverance and resiliency and is aided by our philosophy of failing forward.

Critical Thinking includes:

• analysis and inquiry;
• gathering and evaluating information;
• using evidence and criteria; and
• justifying choices, considering alternatives and implications.

 In Mr. McDonald's contemporary affairs class, critical thinking was evident this week as students worked through topics of their own choosing that are "hot button" issue and presented to the class, including fielding questions regarding choices in the presentations.

Critical thinking is also evident in our extra curricular activities.  The SADD executive council presented to the school board regarding their upcoming events for Red Ribbon Week and planning for the year.

While Mrs. Ohrt is still on maternity leave, Mr. Mohling works with biology students on the authentic learning in labs where students have to make choices and devise hypotheses on why reactions occur.