Myers Corners Elementary School

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

***In addition to the Six Pillars, we have added Compassion.

Compassion

• Concern for the the well-being of another
• Gives support to others
• Thinking of another person's feelings
• Help someone who is being treated unfairly

Descriptions from: Character Counts! site: http://charactercounts.org/sixpillars/