Click here to see the YMS students that were recognized for great character this month!
Trustworthiness
Think "true Blue"
Be honest 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
Think "The Golden Rule"
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
Think of being responsible for a green garden or finances
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
Think of dividing an orange into equal section to share with friends
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
Think of a red heart
Be kind • Be compassionate and show you care • Express gratitude • Forgive others • Help people in need
Citizenship
Think regal purple as representing the state
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
These six core ethical values form the foundation of the
CHARACTER COUNTS! youth-ethics initiative.
Click here to see the YMS students that were recognized for great character this month!
Trustworthiness
Think "true Blue"
Be honest 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
Think "The Golden Rule"
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
Think of being responsible for a green garden or finances
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
Think of dividing an orange into equal section to share with friends
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
Think of a red heart
Be kind • Be compassionate and show you care • Express gratitude • Forgive others • Help people in need
Citizenship
Think regal purple as representing the state
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
These six core ethical values form the foundation of the
CHARACTER COUNTS! youth-ethics initiative.