Character Counts

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DuJardin Elementary School

 

 

The purpose of the CHARACTER COUNTS! Coalition is to fortify the lives of America’s young people with consensus ethical values called the “Six Pillars of Character.” These values, which transcend divisions of race, creed, politics, gender and wealth, are: trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring and citizenship.

 

Click here to link to the Character Counts site.

 

 

 

 

 

  

 

 

 

  Constitution Day
September 17, 2008		  
 
     

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
 
 

 The kids pictured above have demonstrated excellent character choices during this first month of school!  Congratulations!

Thanks, for being TRUSTWORTHY!

 
     
   

 

 

  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
 

 

 The kids pictured below have demonstrated excellent character 
choices during thesecond month of school!  
Congratulations!
Thanks, for being so very RESPECTFUL each day!

 

 
 
     

 
     
     
 

 

  
 
     
     
     
 
     
 
     
   
     
   

 

    

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

For many children, a safe, happy, caring classroom environment is the starting point toward a bright future.  As students learn to care and develop positive character traits, they experience success both academically and socially.  Forming happy, socially-responsible children should be the goal of every parent and teacher.  Our future depends on it.  As your child's first grade teacher this will be an area we will concentrate on and develop throughout the year.

As members of our classroom community, students will really get to know one another.  My goal to to ensure that all children will feel that they belong there and add to the classroom.  Students will know they are cared for and will be expected to care for others. 

Respect is a key component in our classrooms and will be modeled throughout the year.  We will demonstrate our respect towards the children in many ways, one being that we will value their thoughts, ideas, and suggestions.  Therefore, our students will be involved in the decision making process that affects our classrooms.  We will also demonstrate our respect for them by encouraging them to do their very best and praising them for jobs done well.

We will have clear expectations for student work and behaviors.  We, the first grade teachers and the students will view mistakes as a natural part of the learning process and not as a sign of failure.  Students are viewed as responsible learners and treated in such a manner.  They will collaborate with classmates on schoolwork for better understanding.

We will also celebrate the diversity of individual skills and talents brought to our classroom.  Children will also feel the support and security that comes from being part of a group.  While at the same time, maintaining their individuality and feeling free to differ from others in class.

 

 

Rights of all learners in a classroom community

  • be personally greeted and welcomed into the classroom each day.

  • be challenged by rigorous curriculum that helps them develop to their full potential.

  • frequently cooperate and collaborate with their peers.

  • socialize with their friends.

  • choose learning activities.

  • enjoy themselves each day.

  • make mistakes without receiving criticism.

  • be respected by their peers and teachers.

  • be involved in critical decisions that affect their classroom community.

  • talk and listen to one another.

  • ask for assistance when needed and receive it.

  • be safe physically and emotionally

 

 

Through the use of the character counts program, classroom posters, acts of kindness, and various other classroom activities, children will become teammates, learning partners, and best of all, trusted friends.  I look forward to a great year together assisting and watching as your children grow and develop both academically and socially!
 
 
 
The Six Pillars of Character
TRUSTWORTHINESS FAIRNESS
Be honest.
Don't deceive, cheat or steal.
Be reliable.
Have the courage to do the right thing.
Build a good reputation.
Be loyal.		 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.
RESPECT CARING
Treat others with respect.
Be tolerant of differences.
Use good manners, not bad language.
Be considerate of other's feelings.
Don't threaten, hit or hurt anyone.
Deal peacefully with anger, insults, and disagreements.		 Be kind.
Be compassionate.
Express gratitude.
Forgive others.
Help people in need.
RESPONSIBILITY CITIZENSHIP
Do what you are supposed to do.
Persevere; keep trying.
Always do your best.
Use self-control; be self-disciplined.
Think before you act; consider the consequences.
Be accountable for your choices.		 Do your share to make your school better.
Cooperate.
Be a good neighbor.
Obey rules and regulations.
Respect authority.
Protect the environment.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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To learn more about your first grade child, the Family Education website is filled with useful articles, suggestions, expectations, and more.  Click on the link above to go to this site.

 

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