Building Character: Pillars of Trustworthiness, Respect, Responsibility, and Fairness

1. Character Education CHARACTER COUNTS! http://

2. What is character? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ybt8wXIahQU&feature=related

3. TheSix Pillars • Trustworthiness • Respect • Responsibility • Fairness • Caring • Citizenship • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=snS4-z4In5Y&feature=related

4. Trustworthiness DISCUSSION • Write Definition • What does it mean to be trustworthy?

5. 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

6. Are you a Trustworthy Person? Take this self Evaluation and find out.  True or False • I keep my promises: I am a person of my word. • I am reliable; I follow through on commitments. • I am honest. • I keep secrets; I never betray a confidence or trust. • I have integrity; I don’t cave into temptation. • I am loyal when loyalty is appropriate.  I think I (am /am not) a trustworthy person because: ________________________________________________

7. Trustworthy Activity http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eLOlhI7YQ2k (How does this video display the importance of being true to one’s self?) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vC-DGk_o7Hc (How does this video display the importance of being true to your friends?) Grade Level Activity

8. Respect DISCUSSION • Write Definition • What does it mean to be respectful?

9. 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

10. Are you a Respectful Person? Take this self Evaluation and find out. True or False • I treat other people the way I want to be treated. • I am considerate of other people. • I treat people with civility, courtesy, and dignity. • I accept personal differences. • I work to solve problems without violence.  • I never intentionally ridicule, embarrass, or hurt other people. I think I (am /am not) a respectful person because:

11. Activity on Respect

12. Activity on Respect • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4dyLc081B_0 • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DOvZLOL9zd0&NR=1 • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xs7NPvx7Frg • Grade Level Activity

13. Responsibility DISCUSSION • Write Definition • What does it mean to be responsible?

14. Responsibility • Think being responsible for a garden or finances; or for the environment (recycling-Go Green!) • 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

15. Are you a Responsible Person? Take this self Evaluation and find out. True or False • I do what needs to be done. • I am reliable and dependable. • I am accountable for my actions; I don’t make excuses or blame others. • I fulfill my moral obligations. • I use good judgment and think through the consequences of my actions.  • I exercise self control. I think I (am /am not) a responsible person because:

16. Responsibility Activity • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-cVDagkBG_E • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E6HVXy5X-EA Grade Level Activity

17. Fairness DISCUSSION • Write Definition • What does it mean to be fair?

18. Fairness • Think of dividing an orange into equal sections to share fairly with friends • 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

19. Fairness Video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2WWrNpLdO78

20. Are you a Fair Person? Take this self Evaluation and find out. True or False • I treat other people the way I want to be treated. • I treat people with equanimity and impartially. • I am open-minded and reasonable. • I play by the rules. • I don’t take advantage of people.  • I consider the feelings of all people who will be affected by my actions and decisions. I think I (am /am not) a fair person because:

21. Caring DISCUSSION • Write Definition • What does it mean to be caring?

22. Caring • Think of a heart • Be kind • Be compassionate and show you care • Express gratitude • Forgive others • Help people in need

23. Are you a Caring Person? Take this self Evaluation and find out. True or False • I am never mean, cruel, or insensitive. • I treat people with kindness and generosity. • I am charitable. • I play by the rules. • I give of myself for the benefit of others.  • I am responsive to the concerns and needs of others. I think I (am /am not) a caring person because:

24. Activity on Caring http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RePB4A2u8dI http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rBMZnZuO3RA Grade Level Activity

25. Citizenship DISCUSSION • Write Definition • What does it mean to be a good citizen?

26. Citizenship • Think regal purple as representing the country • 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

27. Are you a Good Citizen? • Take this self Evaluation and find out. True or False • I take responsibility for what goes on in my community. • I do my part for the common good. • I participate in community service. • I help take care of the environment. • I obey the law.  • I help make our democracy work by voicing my opinions, voting, and participating in the decision making process. I think I (am /am not) a good citizen because:

28. Citizenship Activity http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Zx1q1EemvE http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E0hQ6lIv84c Grade Level Activity

29. Activity

30. LET’S DO SOMETHING GREAT TODAY! http://www.youtube.com/user/goodcharacter1 Final thoughts • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uEjWQ-Ro-lA