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PIllars of Character

The Six Pillars of Character are the core ethical values of

CHARACTER COUNTS! 

These values were identified by a nonpartisan, secular group of youth development experts in 1992 as core ethical values that transcend cultural, religious, and socioeconomic differences.

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The Six Pillars of Character are trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship. We recommend using the acronym “T.R.R.F.C.C.” (terrific).

Each of the Six Pillars of Character help instill a culture of kindness.

Each month focuses on a

different pillar of character.

How will you represent this month's pillar?

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September - RESPONSIBILTY

October - TRUSTWORTINESS

November - CITIZENSHIP

December - CARING

January - FAIRNESS

February - RESPECT

March - RESPONSIBILITY

April - TRUSTWORTHINESS

May - CARING

June - FAIRNESS

July - CITIZENSHIP

August - RESPECT

  • Be honest. Don’t deceive, cheat, or steal.

  • Have integrity. Do what you say you’ll do.

  • Keep your promises.

  • Be loyal. Stand by your values.

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  • Follow the Golden Rule.

  • Be accepting of differences.

  • Be courteous to others.

  • Deal peacefully with anger, insults, and disagreements.

  • Be considerate of others’ feelings.

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  • Do what you are supposed to do. 

  • Persevere. Keep on trying.

  • Be self-disciplined.

  • Think before you act. 

  • Be accountable for your words, actions, and attitudes.

  • Play by the rules.

  • Take turns and share.

  • Be open-minded. Listen to others.

  • Don’t take advantage of others.

  • Be kind.

  • Be compassionate.

  • Express gratitude.

  • Forgive others.

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  • Do your share to make your home, school, and community better.

  • Cooperate.

  • Stay informed. Vote.

  • Be a good neighbor.

  • Make choices that protect the safety and rights of others.

  • Protect the environment.

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