1. SOUTHWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
The Six Pillars of Character- Monthly Schedule
Responsibility * Respect * Caring * Trustworthiness * Citizenship * Fairness
September and October- Introduce and review all six pillars
February- Caring- Red
October includes the Week of Respect, October 6-10th.
Be kind to others and yourself
Show you care!
November- Responsibility- Green
Express gratitude and forgiveness
Do what you are supposed to do
Help other people in need
Persevere: keep giving your best
Use self-control; be disciplined
March – Trustworthiness- Blue
Think before you act and consider consequences
Be honest
Be accountable for your actions
Do not steal or cheat
Set a good example for others
Do the right thing, even if you are the only one
Take ownership of poor choices and learn from them
Be reliable- do what you say you will do
Be loyal to your teachers, your friends, your family and your school
December- Respect- Yellow
Treat others with respect and follow the “Golden Rule”
Be tolerant and accepting of differences
April- Citizenship- Purple
Use good manners and avoid bad language
Do your share to make Southwood School and Old Bridge a better place!
Be considerate of the feelings of others
Deal peacefully with anger, insults or disagreements
Cooperate with others
Never threaten, hit, or hurt anyone!
Be a good neighbor
Obey rules and laws inside of school and outside of school
January- Fairness- Orange
Play by the rules
Respect authority
Take turns and share with others
Protect our environment
Be open to new ideas
Treat other people fairly
May and June - Review and reinforce all six pillars
Do not take advantage of others