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Government. Mr. Parkin. “BE” ATTITUDES. be punctual be prepared be attentive be courteous be responsible. Punctual. habitually acting at an appointed time or at a regularly scheduled time. How can you be punctual?. plan in advance what you will need to bring to class
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Government Mr. Parkin
“BE” ATTITUDES • be punctual • be prepared • be attentive • be courteous • be responsible
Punctual habitually acting at an appointed time or at a regularly scheduled time
How can you be punctual? • plan in advance what you will need to bring to class • do not get “side-tracked” or dawdle
Why should you be punctual? • out of respect • to show that you care • it makes a good impression • it is a good habit to get into • in order to get the maximum accomplished
Prepared make ready, fit, or suitable beforehand
How can you be prepared? • complete all your assigned homework before coming to class • bring any materials relating to this class, even if you think you will not need them (including your textbook)
Why should you be prepared? • out of respect for those who are counting on you • to be ready to meet all challenges and obligations that you may encounter in life
Attentive to pay attention
How do you show that you are attentive? • sitting upright and focus on the speaker • taking notes • asking questions • contributing to discussions • ignoring distractions
Why should you be attentive? • out of respect to the speaker • perchance to learn
Courteous respect for and consideration of others
How do you demonstrate courtesy? • not interrupting others when they are talking • listening quietly • waiting to be called upon before speaking • allowing others to go first
Why should you be courteous? • out of respect for another’s age, position, and/or education • to earn the privilege to be treated with courtesy in return
Responsible able to answer for one’s own conduct and obligations
How can you demonstrate that you are responsible? • following directions • completing assignments on time • being thorough and accurate in your work • not cheating, lying, or stealing • doing what is right and honest
Why should you be responsible? • to earn the trust and respect of other people • to have a good and honorable name • to enhance your prestige and authority
The Golden Rule “Do to others as you would have them do to you.” Jesus Christ
The Golden Mean “The superior man, in the world, does not set his mind either for anything or against anything; what is right he will follow.” Confucius