Character Traits for each Month

September: Respect

Showing high regard for authority, other people, self and country. Treating others as you would want to be treated. Understanding that all people have value as human beings.

October: Responsibility

Being accountable in word and deed. Having a sense of duty to fulfill tasks with reliability, dependability and commitment.

November: Perseverance

Pursuing worthy objectives with determination and patience while exhibiting fortitude when confronted with failure.

December: Caring

Showing understanding of others by treating them with kindness, compassion, generosity and a forgiving spirit.

January: Self-discipline

Demonstrating hard work. Controlling your emotions, words, actions, impulses and desires. Giving your best in all situations.

February: Citizenship

Being law abiding and involved in service to school, community and country.

March: Honesty

Telling the truth, admitting wrongdoing. Being trustworthy and acting with integrity.

April: Courage

Doing the right thing in the face of difficulty and following your conscience instead of the crowd.

May: Fairness

Practicing justice, equity and equality. Cooperating with one another. Recognizing the uniqueness and value of each individual within our diverse society.


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