CHARACTER:
MORAL
EXCELLENCE & FIRMNESS
“The real make of a man is how he treats people who can never do anything for him."
- Darrell Royal
“Fame is a vapor, popularity an accident, riches take wings and only one thing endures – character.” - Horace Greely
“The measure of a man’s real character is what he would do if he would never be found out.” - Thomas MacCauley
“In any moment of decision, the best thing you can do is the right thing. The worst thing you can do is nothing.” - Theodore Roosevelt
“Character is that which reveals moral purpose, exposing the class of things a man chooses or avoids.” - Aristotle
“The true test of character is not how much we know how to do, but how we behave when we don’t know what to do.” - John Holt
“Try not to become a man of success, but rather try to become a man of value.”
- Albert Einstein
“You can’t live a perfect day without doing something for someone who will never be able to repay you.” - John Wooden
“If we get caught up chasing what the world defines as success, we can use our time and talent to do some great things. We might even become famous. But in the end, what will it mean? What will people remember us for? Are other peoople’s lives better because we lived? Did we make a difference? Did we use to the fullest the gifts and abilities God gave us? Did we give our best effort, and did we do it for the right reasons?” - Tony Dungy Quiet Strength
6 Pillars of Character
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
Responsibility
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
“The real make of a man is how he treats people who can never do anything for him."
- Darrell Royal
“Fame is a vapor, popularity an accident, riches take wings and only one thing endures – character.” - Horace Greely
“The measure of a man’s real character is what he would do if he would never be found out.” - Thomas MacCauley
“In any moment of decision, the best thing you can do is the right thing. The worst thing you can do is nothing.” - Theodore Roosevelt
“Character is that which reveals moral purpose, exposing the class of things a man chooses or avoids.” - Aristotle
“The true test of character is not how much we know how to do, but how we behave when we don’t know what to do.” - John Holt
“Try not to become a man of success, but rather try to become a man of value.”
- Albert Einstein
“You can’t live a perfect day without doing something for someone who will never be able to repay you.” - John Wooden
“If we get caught up chasing what the world defines as success, we can use our time and talent to do some great things. We might even become famous. But in the end, what will it mean? What will people remember us for? Are other peoople’s lives better because we lived? Did we make a difference? Did we use to the fullest the gifts and abilities God gave us? Did we give our best effort, and did we do it for the right reasons?” - Tony Dungy Quiet Strength
6 Pillars of Character
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
Responsibility
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