"SIX PILLARS OF CHARACTER"
"EVERY DAY....NEVER ENDING"
Trustworthiness
Be honest - Don't deceive, cheat, or steal - Be reliable -- do what you say you'll do -- Have the courage to do the right thing -- Build a good reputation -- Be loyal -- stand by your family, friends, and country
Respect
Treat others with respect; follow the Golden Rule -- Be tolerant and accepting of differences -- Use good manners, not bad language -- Be considerate of the feelings of others -- Don't threaten, hit or hurt anyone -- Deal peacefully with anger, insults, and disagreements
Responsibility
Do what you are supposed to do -- Plan ahead - Persevere: keep on trying! -- Always do your best -- Use self-control -- Be self-disciplined -- Think before you act -- consider the consequences -- Be accountable for your words, actions, and attitudes -- Set a good example for others
Fairness
Play by the rules -- Take turns and share -- Be open-minded; listen to others -- Don't take advantage of others -- Don't blame others carelessly -- Treat all people fairly
Caring
Be kind -- Be compassionate and show you care -- Express gratitude -- Forgive others -- Help people in need
Citizenship
Do your share to make your school and community better -- Cooperate -- Get involved in community affairs -- Stay informed; vote -- Be a good neighbor -- Obey laws and rules -- Respect authority -- Protect the environment -- Volunteer
Be honest - Don't deceive, cheat, or steal - Be reliable -- do what you say you'll do -- Have the courage to do the right thing -- Build a good reputation -- Be loyal -- stand by your family, friends, and country
Respect
Treat others with respect; follow the Golden Rule -- Be tolerant and accepting of differences -- Use good manners, not bad language -- Be considerate of the feelings of others -- Don't threaten, hit or hurt anyone -- Deal peacefully with anger, insults, and disagreements
Responsibility
Do what you are supposed to do -- Plan ahead - Persevere: keep on trying! -- Always do your best -- Use self-control -- Be self-disciplined -- Think before you act -- consider the consequences -- Be accountable for your words, actions, and attitudes -- Set a good example for others
Fairness
Play by the rules -- Take turns and share -- Be open-minded; listen to others -- Don't take advantage of others -- Don't blame others carelessly -- Treat all people fairly
Caring
Be kind -- Be compassionate and show you care -- Express gratitude -- Forgive others -- Help people in need
Citizenship
Do your share to make your school and community better -- Cooperate -- Get involved in community affairs -- Stay informed; vote -- Be a good neighbor -- Obey laws and rules -- Respect authority -- Protect the environment -- Volunteer
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