Pillars of Character
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
Integrity
Do what is right, even when it is costly or difficult. • Be true to your very best self • Live up to the highest ethical standards • Don't compromise values by giving in to temptation.
Diligence
Do your best; strive for excellence • Be willing to risk failure for a worthy goal • Be self-disciplined • Make sure to learn from mistakes and failures • Try to see the big picture and think long term • Set goals and stay focused • Don't give up just because things seem difficult • Don't procrastinate.
Courage
Stand up for what is right even if you stand alone • Don't cave in to negative peer pressure • Fear of failure does not prevent you from trying things • Do not be afraid to express yourself just because some people might disapprove • Work to solve problems without violence • Never intentionally ridicule, embarrass, or hurt others.
Honesty
Be truthful, sincere, and straightforward • Don't lie, cheat, or steal • Don't intentionally mislead others.
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
Integrity
Do what is right, even when it is costly or difficult. • Be true to your very best self • Live up to the highest ethical standards • Don't compromise values by giving in to temptation.
Diligence
Do your best; strive for excellence • Be willing to risk failure for a worthy goal • Be self-disciplined • Make sure to learn from mistakes and failures • Try to see the big picture and think long term • Set goals and stay focused • Don't give up just because things seem difficult • Don't procrastinate.
Courage
Stand up for what is right even if you stand alone • Don't cave in to negative peer pressure • Fear of failure does not prevent you from trying things • Do not be afraid to express yourself just because some people might disapprove • Work to solve problems without violence • Never intentionally ridicule, embarrass, or hurt others.
Honesty
Be truthful, sincere, and straightforward • Don't lie, cheat, or steal • Don't intentionally mislead others.