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CHARACTER COUNTS! MONTHLY PILLAR

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Westwood Pledge

I will make good choices today.

I will respect myself, my teachers, and others.

And give my best effort in all I do.

Character Counts at Westwood! One pillar at a time, we are laying the foundation for a lifetime of good character choices. It is our goal to build 'value-able' citizens who will eventually become tomorrow's leaders. The Six Pillars of Character are integrated into everything we do.

We hope that the following list will help you acquaint yourself with the Pillars and what they encompass so that you can help us by reinforcing them at home.

Trustworthiness  February / August
Trustworthy students. . . . .
  • are honest; don't deceive, cheat, or steal.
  • are reliable and do what they say they'll do.
  • have the courage to do the right thing.
  • have a good reputation.
  • are loyal - stand by their family, friends and country. 
Respect September / March
Respectful students. . . . .
  • treat others with respect, follow the Golden Rule.
  • are tolerant of differences.
  • use good manners, not bad language.
  • are considerate of the feelings of others.
  • don't threaten, hit or hurt anyone.
  • deal peacefully with anger, insults and disagreements. 
Responsibility  October / April
Responsible students. . . . .
  • do what they're supposed to do.
  • persevere and keep on trying!
  • always do their best.
  • use self-control and are self-disciplined.
  • think before they act and consider the consequences.
  • are accountable for their choices. 
Fairness  January / July
Fair students. . . . .
  • play by the rules, take turns and share.
  • are open minded and listen to others.
  • don't take advantage of others.
  • don't blame others carelessly. 
Caring  December /June
Caring students. . . . .
  • are kind and compassionate and show they care.
  • express gratitude.
  • forgive others.
  • help people in need. 
Citizenship  November / May
Good Citizens. . . . .
  • do their share to make their school and community better.
  • cooperate.
  • stay informed and vote.
  • are good neighbors.
  • obey laws and rules and respect authority.
  • protect the environment.  
 
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