Character Development

A PERSON OF CHARACTER… is a good person, someone to look up to and admire... Knows the difference between right and wrong and always tries to do what is right... Sets a good example for everyone... Makes the world a better place... Lives according to the “Four Core Values of Character”: CARING, HONESTY, RESPECT and RESPONSIBILITY.

CARING

Be compassionate and empathetic. Be kind, loving and considerate. Be thankful and express gratitude for what people do for you. Forgive others for their shortcomings. Be charitable and altruistic. Give money, time, support and comfort without strings for the sake of making someone else’s life better, not for praise or gratitude. Help people in need.

HONESTY

Tell the truth and nothing but the truth. Be sincere. Be forthright and candid. Keep your promises. Honor your word and commitments. Be dependable. Do what you are supposed to do. Return what you borrow, pay your debts and be on time.

RESPECT

Treat others the way you want to be treated. Respect the dignity, privacy and freedom of all individuals. Value and honor all people, no matter what they can do for you or to you. Respect others’ property, take good care of property you are allowed to use and don’t take or use property without permission. Respect the autonomy of others – tell them what they should know to make good choices about their own lives. Use good manners, be courteous, polite and civil to everyone.

RESPONSIBILITY

Know and do your duty. Acknowledge and meet your legal and moral obligations. Accept responsibility for the consequences of your choices, not only for what you do but what you don’t do. Think about the consequences to yourself and others before you act. Think long term. Do what you can do to make things better. Set a good example. Take charge of your own life. Set realistic goals. Keep a positive outlook. Be prudent and self-disciplined with your health, emotions time and money.