Character Counts!

Field Elementary School is participating in the Character Education Program.
The Six Pillars of Character are:

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 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 • 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 choices

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

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

For more information click on the links below.

Character Counts:http://www.charactercounts.org/

Arizona Department of Education- Character Education: http://www.ade.state.az.us/charactered/