Character Education
Character
Project Wisdom encourages students to reflect upon the meaning of civic and personal values and the application of those values in their daily lives. The broadcast messages are thought provoking, inspirational messages narrated daily by the principal, assistant principal or designee.
Duplin County Schools Character Education Words of the Month
August- SELF-DISCIPLINE
September- RESPONSIBILITY
October- GOOD JUDGMENT
November- GOOD CITIZENSHIP
December- SERVICE TO OTHERS
January- RESPECT
February- KINDNESS
March- HONESTY
April- PERSEVERANCE
May- COURAGE
Character Counts! The Six Pillars of Character
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.
RESPECT (Think the Golden Rule)
Treat others with repect- 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.
RESPONSIBILITY (Think solid like a tree)
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 to your choices.
FAIRNESS (Think of sharing an orange)
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 (Think of a heart)
Be kind* Be compassionate and show you care* Express gratitude* Forgive others* Help people in need.
CITIZENSHIP (Think regal purple as representing the state)
Do you 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.