Character Counts

Trustworthiness Think true blue
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 Think the Golden Rule
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 Think solid like a tree
Do what you are supposed to do • Persevere • Always do your best
Use self-control • Be self-disciplined • Think before you act – consider the
consequences • Be accountable for your choices
Fairness Think of sharing an orange
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 Think of a heart
Be kind • Be compassionate and show you care
Express gratitude • Forgive others • Help people in need
Citizenship Think regal purple as representing the state
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
Kindness Be good to one another
Respect others the way you want them to respect you •
Use words and phrases that are considerate • Say please and thank you
Sharing Give to each other
Share ideas and resources with each other


