Character Counts

"The Six Pillars of Character"

1. Trustworthiness, Respect, Responsibility, Fairness, Caring, Citizenship

• Trustworthiness

2. Be honest 
3. • Be reliable — do what you say you’ll do 
4. • Have the courage to do the right thing 
5. • Build a good reputation 
6. • Be loyal — stand by your family, friends, and country

• Respect

Treat others with respect; follow the Golden Rule 

• Be accepting of differences 

• Be considerate of the feelings of others 

• Deal peacefully with anger, insults, and disagreements

• Responsibility

Do what you are supposed to do  

• Always do your best 

• Be self-disciplined 

• Think before you act — consider the consequences 

• Be accountable for your words, actions, and attitudes 

• Fairness

Play by the rules 

• Take turns and share

• Be open-minded; listen to others 

• Don’t take advantage of others

• Caring

 • Be compassionate and show you care 

 • Forgive others 

 • Help people in need

Citizenship

Do your share to make your school and community better

 • Cooperate 

 • Get involved in community affairs 

 • Be a good neighbor 

 • Obey laws and rules