The Six Pillars of Character
February 01, 2009
Responsibility
●Do what you’re supposed to do ● Persevere: keep on trying! ● Do your best • Use self control ● Be self-disciplined ● Think before you act - consider the consequences ● Be accountable for your choices
Respect
●Treat others with respect ● Follow the Golden Rule ● Be tolerant of differences ● Use good manners, not bad language ● Be considerate of others ● Don’t threaten, hit or hurt anyone ● Deal peacefully with anger, insults and disagreements
Citizenship
●Do your part to improve your school and community ● Protect the environment ● Cooperate ● Stay informed ● Vote ● Be a good neighbor ● Obey laws and rules ● Respect authority
Caring
●Be kind ● Be compassionate and show you care ● Express gratitude ● Forgive others ● Help people in need
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
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 thin ● Build a good reputation ● Be loyal — stand by your family, friends and community
