Background Information: The Six Pillars of Character Educators are held to a hig

Background Information: The Six Pillars of Character
Educators are held to a higher standard when it comes to ethics and character, because they are always in the position of an example. Everything an educator does is geared toward building up an individual and helping them to become the greatest person they can be. The Six Pillars of Character as presented by Character Counts are a good guide for educators to be accountable to as they teach their students about character.
Character Counts. (n.d.). Six pillars of character Links to an external site.. https://charactercounts.org/program-overview/six-pillars/
The Six pillars of character Links to an external site.is a framework for teaching good character and is composed of six values: trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship. Each of the six character traits is used within our CHARACTER COUNTS! Program to help instill a positive learning environment for students and a culture of kindness, making schools a safe environment for students to learn. The Six Pillars of Character values are not political, religious, or culturally biased. In fact, every year since 1995 the program has been officially recognized and endorsed by the values (characteristics) everyone can agree upon.
Trustworthiness: Think “true blue.” Be honest. Do not deceive, cheat, or steal. Be reliable—do what you say you will do. Have the courage to do the right thing. Build a good reputation. Be loyal—stand by your family, friends, and country.
Respect: Treat others with respect; follow the Golden Rule. Be tolerant and accepting of differences. Use good manners, not bad language. Be considerate of the feelings of others. Do not threaten, hit, or hurt anyone. Deal peacefully with anger, insults, and disagreements.
Responsibility: Do what you are supposed to do. Plan ahead. Be diligent. Persevere. Do your best. Use self-control. Be self-disciplined. Think before you act. Be accountable for your words, actions, and attitudes. Set a good example for others.
Fairness: Play by the rules. Take turns and share. Be open-minded; listen to others. Do not take advantage of others. Do not blame others carelessly. Treat all people fairly.
Caring: Be kind. Be compassionate and show you care. Express gratitude. Forgive others. Help people in need. Be charitable and altruistic.
Citizenship: Do your share to make your school and community better. Cooperate. Get involved in community affairs. Stay informed; vote. Be a good neighbor. Obey laws and rules. Respect authority. Protect the environment. Volunteer.

CLASSMATE SHAREETAS QUESTION TO HER DISCUSSION BELOW:
CLASSMATE ORIGINAL QUESTION: Why is the 6 Pillars of Character important in Early Childhood?
CLASSMATE REPLY TO HER OWN QUESTION: The six Pillars of character is important in Early Childhood because it teaches them how to treat one another. It also teaches them how to respect one another. Installing these characters in them early can carry them in life. You want them to know how to be caring towards others, honest, so you can gain trust, and learn to be respectful towards others. Some would not apply to them yet until they get a little older. However, it is good start teaching some of them early.
Source: Character Counts. (n.d.). Six pillars of character Links to an external site.. https://charactercounts.org/program-overview/six-pillars/
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