1. Building Character & Values

2. Complete the following sentences:
1. In ten years, I want to be:
2. The toughest decisions I’ve had to make lately was:
3. The last time I told the truth when it was tough was:
4. Is it OK to be a liar? Why/Why not?
5. Is it OK to steal? Why/Why not?

3. 6. One of my all-time heroes is:
7. A person who has had a positive, strong impact on my character is:
8. For me, the hardest part of trustworthiness is:
9. I trust people who:
10. I don’t trust people who:

4. 11. At home, we could share responsibilities better if we:
12. This family couldn’t function without me because:
13. Something kind I did today was:
14. My friends like me because:
15. I would lose a friend if I:

5. Character is distinct qualities that describe how a person thinks, feels, and acts.
A person with good character demonstrates core ethical values or values that are held in high regard across cultures and age groups.
Peoples characteristics influence the kinds of decisions they make, thus affecting their physical, mental/emotional and social health.

6. Character Traits Trustworthiness Respect Responsibility Fairness
Caring
Citizenship

7. Developing Character
Be aware of how your words, actions, and thoughts are perceived by others
Stand up for your beliefs
Learn from people who demonstrate good character traits
Join volunteer groups
Form friendships at school with people who exhibit core ethical values

8. Role Model
Someone whose success or behaviors serves as an example for others

9. Demonstrating Character
Make a difference at home
Make a difference at school
Make a difference in your community

10. In your group Identify at least 5 ways to develop character At home
At school
In your community
Give Specific examples!!

11. If you find something that doesn’t belong to you, return it!!
Trustworthiness
DO’s
Tell the truth
Be straightforward, open and direct
Be sincere, say what you mean and mean what you say
If you find something that doesn’t belong to you, return it!!
DONT’S
Don’t lie
Don’t be devious, sneaky or tricky
Don’t steal
Don’t cheat, defraud

12. RESPECT DO’S DON’T’S Be courteous and polite
Be tolerant and appreciative of individual differences
Judge people on their merits, not their race, religion, gender, physical/mental condition, or SES
DON’T’S
Don’t insult, abuse, demean, mistreat, or harass others
Don’t make inappropriate or unwanted comments about a persons race, religion, or gender
Don’t manipulate or take advantage of other people

13. FAIRNESS DO’S DON’TS Treat all people fairly Listen closely to others
Consider all the fact before making a decision
Correct your mistakes
DON’TS
Don’t take advantage of other people’s mistakes or ignorance
Don’t take more than your fair share

14. CARING
DO’S
Show your care about others through kindness, caring, generosity, and compassion.
Live by the golden rule- treat others the way you want them to treat you
DON’T
Don’t be selfish
Don’t be mean or cruel
Don’t be insensitive to feelings of others

15. CITIZENSHIP DO’S DON’TS Obey the rules Obey laws
Make your school a better place for students and teachers
Make your neighborhood safer
Be a good team player
vote
DON’TS
Don’t bend the rules
Don’t break laws
Don’t spoil the environment
Don’t waste resources or consume thoughtlessness and greedily

16. TRUSTWORTHINESS: Trustworthiness is being honest, telling the truth, keeping promises and being loyal so people can trust you. Trustworthy people don't lie, cheat or steal. They have integrity and the moral courage to do the right thing and stand up for their beliefs even when it is hard.

17. RESPECT: Respect means showing others that they are valued for who they are, for their character, not what they look like or what they have. It means treating others the way you want to be treated, never insulting or making fun of others who are different in appearance, ability, race or religion. A respectful person is polite, does not use hurtful language and never uses violence.

18. RESPONSIBILITY: Responsibility is doing what you are supposed to do
RESPONSIBILITY: Responsibility is doing what you are supposed to do. Responsible people think ahead, set reasonable goals, control their tempers and always do their best. They don't give up easily, especially when others are counting on them. They

19. FAIRNESS: Fairness is playing by the rules, taking turns, sharing and listening. Fair people do not take advantage of others. They consider all sides before they decide and don't blame others unjustly

20. CARING: Caring is being kind, helpful and generous to everyone
CARING: Caring is being kind, helpful and generous to everyone. Caring people are not selfish; they are considerate and always think about how their conduct affects others. They have compassion and empathy; they care how others feel and they are charitable and forgiving. They do good deeds without thought of reward

21. CITIZENSHIP- A person of good character is a good citizen, does his or her share, helps the community, plays by the rules, and respects authority and the law.