Character Education

CHARACTER COUNTS AT CHE!

Chapman Hills Elementary School actively supports Character Counts and the Six Pillars of Character: trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship.

The six pillars are the foundation for showing good character from the time a student rides a school bus, to learning in a classroom, eating lunch, and interacting with others. The six pillars of character will be part of the language used amongst students and staff at CHE. Banners and posters are displayed throughout the campus. The Character Counts framework is not only visible through displays, but more importantly, it is evident in how students and staff respectfully treat each other every day. Students will be recognized for showing good character at CHE.

 

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;  *  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