RESPECTShowing regard for the worth of someone or something. | ||
| August (wk 1) | Self-respect* | Pride and belief in one’s self and in achievement of one’s potential. |
| August (wk 2) | Respect for Others* | Concern for and motivation to act for the welfare of others. |
| August (wk 3) | Respect for Authority | Respect for those individuals who are in positions of responsibility. |
| September (wk 4) | Respect for Learning and Punctuality* | Appreciation for the importance of and effort involved in acquiring knowledge. Showing high regard for the worth of promptness. |
INTEGRITYSteadfast adherence to a strict code of moral, ethical or artistic values; to consistently be truthful, sincere, and fair. Keeping one’s word | ||
| September (wk 5) | Honesty* | Truthfulness and sincerity; free from deception. |
| September (wk 6) | Trustworthiness | Worthy of confidence; reliable; dependable. |
| September (wk 7) | Self-control | The power to direct or regulate your actions and emotions. |
| October (wk 8) | Justice / Fairness* | Correct, proper, and reasonable treatment of behavior and viewpoints of others. |
RESPONSIBILITYTaking care of one’s self and others; to carry out a duty or task carefully and thoroughly. | ||
| October (wk 9) | Cheerfulness*/ Positive Attitude | Good humored, bright and pleasant. Realistic positive confidence of feeling toward one’s self. |
| October (wk 10) | Accountability | Being responsible for your decisions and actions; dependable. |
| October (wk 11) | Honor | A sense of what is right, just and true; privilege. |
| October (wk 12) | School Pride / Cleanliness* | Care and satisfaction in your school’s environment, achievement and success. |
CITIZENSHIP*Respectful devotion or allegiance to one’s country and/or school. | ||
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November (wk 13) |
Democracy | Individual, responsible participation in decision-making; government by the people. |
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November (wk 14) |
Patriotism* | Respectful devotion or love to one’s country. |
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November (wk 15) |
Service* to Others | Useful, usable, and required duty to others. |
COMPASSION*Showing concern or sympathy for others. | ||
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December (wk 16) |
Gratitude | A feeling of thankful appreciation for benefits received. |
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December (wk 17) |
Generosity | Unselfish willingness to give and share your time and talents in your community. |
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December (wk 18) |
Kindness* | Being gentle, willing to help, friendly, courteous, and considerate. |
RESILIENCEThe capacity to successfully manage high levels of change. | ||
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January (wk 19) |
Humility | Willingness to admit mistakes and take responsibility; not pretentious. |
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January (wk 20) |
Self-confidence / Empowerment | Realistic positive attitude about, and trust in one’s self; sense of security, and self-assurance. |
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January (wk 21) |
Flexibility*/ Creativity | Adaptability and versatility; clever, imaginative, and inventive. |
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January (wk 22) |
Initiative / Effort | Proactive; thinking and taking action on your own; industry. |
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February (wk 23) |
Self-reliance | Relying on one’s own abilities, efforts, or judgments. |
TOLERANCE*Consideration for the individual differences, views and beliefs of other people. | ||
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February (wk 24) |
Acceptance | Recognition of the diversity of others, their opinions, practices, and culture. |
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February (wk 25) |
Forgiveness | Benefiting yourself and others by ceasing to feel resentment towards others. |
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February (wk 26) |
Cooperation*/ Sportsmanship* | Working together for a common purpose. The ability to take winning and losing without gloating or complaining. |
| March (wk 27) | Courtesy / Civility* | Polite, civil, and courteous behavior towards others in words and action. |
COMMITMENT
The obligation or pledge to carry out some action or to support some policy or person | ||
| March (wk 28) | Dedication / Loyalty | Sense of commitment and duty. |
| March (wk 29) | Respect for the Environment* | The conservation and care of your surroundings and planet earth. |
| March (wk 30) | Motivation | The desire to move towards a goal. |
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April (wk 31) |
Leadership | The ability to take on every task with a sense of purpose and caring for those around them. |
ACCOMPLISHMENTPride and appreciation for attaining one’s goals. | ||
| April (wk 32) | Perseverance* | Working hard without giving up. |
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April (wk 33) |
Courage* | To meet a challenge without giving in to fear. |
| April (wk 34) | Patience* / Moderation | The power to wait calmly without complaining; avoiding extremes. |
| May (wk 35) | Wisdom | Good judgment; ability to make reasoned decisions; insight. |
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May (wk 36) |
Character | Reflect on your Understanding (Thinking), Caring About (Feeling), and Acting Upon (Behavior) in becoming a good example of positive character this year. A summary. |