Character Qualities of the Month
Community members joined together to affirm the qualities of citizenship and character they believed should be fostered and learned throughout the community and in the schools.
Each month, Partners for
Community and Character (PCC) spotlights a character quality to help focus its activity in the community.
January
February
March
Empathy
The ability to understand and share the feelings of another.
Honesty
The quality of telling the truth and doing what is right.
Perseverance
The ability to keep working toward a goal when faced with a challenge.
April
May
June
Respect
Acting a way that shows you care about the feelings of others and accept their differences.
Responsibility
The ability to act independently, do what is expected and to be accountable for your choices.
Commitment
The action of following through on your promise to someone or something.
July
August
September
Trustworthiness
The quality of being reliable, truthful and honest.
Self Discipline
The inner strength you possess to pursue your goals and control your feelings.
Integrity
Being true to yourself and living up to your highest and best personal values.
October
November
December
Moral Courage
The quality of taking action to do the right thing despite the risk of adverse consequences.
Gratitude
Focusing on what's good in your life and being thankful for the things you have.
Kindness
The quality of being friendly, generous and considerate.