Here's the answer: Trustworthiness, Respect, Responsibility, Fariness, Caring, Citizenship. The Six Pillars of Charcter are ethical values to guide our choices. The standards of conduct that arise out of those values constitute the ground rules of ethics, and therefore of ethical decision-making. You will probably be asked by your child's teacher to reinforce these values at home.
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, friend, community and country |
Respect
| Treat others with respect - follow the Golden Rule * Be tolerant of differences * Use good manners, not bad language * Be considerateof the feelings of others * Don't threaten, hit or hurt anyone * Deal peacefuly with anger, insults or disagreements |
Responsibility
| Do what you are supposed to * Persever - keep on trying! * Always do your best * Use self-control * Be se * Be accountable for your choices |
| Play by the rules October 24, 2007'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 infomed - vote * Be a good neighbor * Obey laws and rules * Respect auhority * Protect the environment |
Character Counts! National Web Site
Quick Overview of Character Counts! from the National PTA