CHARACTER COUNTS! ARE YOU A PERSON OF CHARACTER?

A person of character...

• Lives according to the Six Pillars of Character: trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring and good citizenship.
• Is a good person, someone to look up to and admire...Knows the difference between right and wrong and always tries to do what is right.
• Sets a good example for everyone...Makes the world a better place....
• Is honest-- Does not deceive, cheat or steal.....Is reliable-- Does what they say they will do.....Has the courage to do the right thing.....
• Has built a good reputation.....Is loyal-- Stands by their family, friends and country.....Treats others with respect; follows the Golden Rule
• Is tolerant of differences.....Uses good manners, not bad language.....Is considerate of the feelings of others.....Doesn’t threaten, hit or hurt anyone.....Deals peacefully with anger, insults and disagreements.....Keeps on trying!... Always do your best.....Uses self-control.....
• Is self-disciplined...... Thinks before they act.....Considers the consequences.....Is accountable their your choices.....Plays by the rules...Takes turns and shares.....Is open-minded; listen to others.....Doesn’t take advantage of others.....Doesn’t blame others carelessly.....
• Is kind and compassionate.....shows they care.....Expresses gratitude.....Forgives others.....Helps people in need.....
• Does their share to make your school and community better..... Gets involved in community affairs..... Is a good neighbor.....
• Obeys laws and rules.....Respects authority.....Protects the environment

For more information visit the Character Counts Websit at:: http://charactercounts.org