Clinton Public School

CLINTON PUBLIC SCHOOL

CHARACTER EDUCATION

Character Education has always been a part of the Clinton Public School experience. As is written, "The mission of Clinton Public School is to inspire our students to become contributing members of society who are independent, innovative, life-time learners equipped with the necessary skills to meet the demands of our ever-changing world." Character Education fosters these skills building on and supporting the seeds you, the parents, have planted.

This year at Clinton Public School, we are continuing our Character Education program. Each month we will be promoting a positive character trait through classroom activities, inspirational bulletin boards, announcements, themed weeks, and incorporating all the wonderful lessons that are being taught at each grade level.

Here is an outline of the traits we will be focusing on throughout the school year:

September/October-Respect

November/December-Caring

January/February-Citizenship

March-Responsibility

April-Fairness

May/June-Trustworthiness

In addition, as students are "caught in the act" of demonstrating a positive character trait, they will receive a Good Character Award. We hope that you will join us in promoting the monthly character traits. You may visit the Clinton Public School website for a list of resources and suggested activities for you and your family to work on together.

Mr. Bidwell and Mrs. Penn

Clinton Public School Character Education Coordinators

Week of Respect September 2016

Sept/Oct RESPECT

Treat others in a way that shows you care. Deal peacefully with anger, insults & disagreements. Use good manners. Respect public property. Respect the rules in your community, school and home. Pay attention when others are talking.

Wear Yellow on 9/16/16

Nov/Dec CARING

Help others in need. Be kind & compassionate. Use encouraging words. If you see someone sitting alone invite them over. Be sure to express thanks.

Wear Red on 11/18/16

January/February Citizenship

Do you share? Are you cooperative? Follow rules? Be a positive member in your community. Protect your environment.

Wear Purple on 1/20/17

March RESPONSIBILITY

Do what you are supposed to do. Persevere. Own it. If you make a mistake or use bad judgement, you own it, learn from it or correct it. Always do your best. Use self-control. Think before you act.

Wear Green on 3/17/17

April FAIRNESS

Are you a good sport? You take turns & share. Play by the rules. Listen to others.

Wear Orange on 4/21/17

May/June TRUSTWORTHINESS

Are you honest? Reliable? Have the courage to do the right thing. Be loyal. Build a reputation that you can be proud of.

Wear Blue on 5/19/17.

MARCH Dr. Seuss and Character Ed Door Decorating!