1. Laurel County A Community with Character

2. Academic Achievement Positive Behavior Successful Students We Believe …

3. Our Mission is “to prepare students for success by providing a quality education.”

4. Laurel County Schools Character Education Program 12 Months 12 Character Traits

5. Character Education Program MonthCharacter Trait AugustFairness SeptemberResponsibility OctoberRespect NovemberCitizenship DecemberCaring JanuaryIntegrity FebruaryHonesty MarchSportsmanship AprilTrustworthiness MayPerseverance JuneSelf-control JulyPatriotism

6. Follow the rules Take turns and share Be open-minded; listen to others Be impartial when making decisions August Fairness

7. Do what you are supposed to do Be accountable for your choices and behavior Fulfill your duties and obligations Take ownership of your words and actions September Responsibility

8. Treat others as you want to be treated Be tolerant of differences Use good manners and language Consider the feelings and ideas of others Demonstrate empathy October Respect

9. Be a good neighbor Do your part in making your school and community better Vote Obey laws and rules Be loyal to your community November Citizenship

10. Be kind and friendly Be compassionate and show your concern Forgive others Help people in need December Caring

11. Doing what is right even when no one is watching Making the best choices for yourself and others even when the choice is not popular Demonstrate courage January Integrity

12. Tell the truth at all times Stick to the facts Do your own work Take credit for your work only February Honesty

13. Be respectful to opponents Win without gloating or taunting Lose gracefully without complaints or accusations Follow the rules and play fair Help an injured player March Sportsmanship

14. Be honest Be dependable and reliable Keep your promises Do what you say you will do April Trustworthiness

15. Work hard and stick with it Don’t quit Be patient and diligent Display commitment and endurance May Perseverance

16. Manage your feelings and actions Be in charge of your decisions; exhibit confidence Respond to situations in a positive way Make healthy choices June Self-control

17. Honor the United States of America Respect the flag and other symbols of America Respect and honor our veterans Respect and honor our military July Patriotism

18. A Community with Character Character, in the long run, is the decisive factor in the life of an individual and of nations alike. — Theodore Roosevelt We want students in Laurel County to develop strong character and positive behavior as they grow academically. We need your support and assistance in developing the future leaders and citizens of Laurel County.

19. How can you support Character Education in Laurel County? Advertise the program --- help spread the word! Display the character traits in your organization How can the Laurel County Schools assist YOU in your efforts to promote a Community of Character?

20. One last quote to consider… “Watch your thoughts, for they become words. Watch your words, for they become actions. Watch your actions, for they become habits. Watch your habits, for they become character. Watch your character, for it becomes your destiny.” - Anonymous