Citizen of the Month

Citizen of the Month is based on Pillars of Character traits.
Below are some characteristics that teachers look for when they choose a 
child to receive this recognition.

The Pillar for:
September - Responsibility
October - Respect
November - Manners
January - Caring
February - Citizenship
March - Trustworthiness
April - Respect
May - Fairness
June - All Character traits

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 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

Responsiblity:
Do what you are supposed to do • 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 choices

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

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