“SIX
PILLARS OF CHARACTER”
Trustworthiness:
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: Treat
others with respect; follow the Golden Rule • be tolerant and accepting 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:
Do what you are supposed to do • Plan ahead • persevere: keep on trying! •
Always do your best • Use self-control • be self-disciplined • Think before you
act — consider the consequences • Be accountable for your words, actions, and
attitudes • Set a good example for others
Fairness: 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 • Treat all people
fairly
Caring: be
kind • be compassionate and show you care • Express gratitude • Forgive others
• Help people in need
Citizenship:
Do your 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 • Volunteer
I think that
six pillars are a good things to have because you can actually get good jobs
from this and also a happy life
