1. Character Counts! Responsibility Citizenship Caring Respect Fairness
Trustworthiness

2. What does it mean to be responsible?
RESPONSIBILITY
What does it mean to be responsible?

3. Be Prepared for Class
Plan ahead.
Bring what you need.

4. I don’t want to be late for class.
Be On Time
Plan ahead.
Make good use of your time.
I don’t want to be late for class.

5. Follow Directions Look at the person. Respond appropriately.
Do what you have been asked.

6. Accept “No” for an Answer
Look at the person.
Stay calm.
Respond appropriately.
I’m sorry, but
my answer is
No!

7. Accept the Consequences
Look at the person.
Respond appropriately.
Do not argue.

8. RESPECT Examples of Respect: Speaking politely when making a request.
Not making fun of others.
Taking care of property.
Asking permission to borrow something.
Making compromises.
Listening to other’s point of view.

9. RESPECT Examples of Respect: Speaking politely when making a request.
Not making fun of others.
Taking care of property.
Asking permission to borrow something.
Making compromises.
Listening to other’s point of view.

10. Make Requests Appropriately
Look at the person.
Speak politely.
Explain exactly what you are asking for.
If the answer is “yes” say “Thank You.”
If “no” accept “no” for an answer.

11. Accept Individual Differences
Be polite in words and actions.

12. Respect the Property of Others
Be considerate.
Ask permission.
Care for and return what you have borrowed.

13. Disagree Appropriately
Look at the person.
Stay calm.
Listen to other’s point of view.
State your point of view.
Compromise, if possible.

14. Accept Authority Look at the person. Respond appropriately.
Do what you have been asked.

15. Trustworthiness

16. Tell the Truth
Look at the person.
Be sincere.
Give an honest answer.

17. Follow Through on Commitments
Be dependable.
Honor your word.
Do what you are supposed to do.

18. Citizenship

19. Greet Others Appropriately
Look at the person.
Use a polite voice.
Say “Hi” or “Hello”.

20. Follow Rules
Know the rules.
Do what the rules say.

21. Report Behavior That Is A Danger To Persons or Property.
Locate appropriate adult.
Stay calm.
Give specific information.

22. Accept Criticism Look at the person. Respond appropriately.
Do not argue.

23. Apologize Appropriately
Look at the person.
Be sincere.
Say, “I’m sorry for…”
Do not make excuses.
Say “A better voice would be…”

24. Caring

25. Help Others
Be considerate of others.
Ask if and how you can help.

26. Take Care of Your School
Be considerate.
Maintain your school’s positive appearance.

27. Manage Conflict Stay calm. Be polite. Listen to other’s point of view.
State your point of view.
Compromise, if possible.
Seek adult assistance if necessary.

28. Fairness

29. Treat Others the Way You Want to Be Treated.
Follow the rules.
Take turns and share.
Do your best.
Do your part.
Do your own work.
Accept the difference between equal and fair.