CHARACTER & ETHICS
“Have the courage to say no. Have the courage to face the truth. Do the right thing because it is right. These are the magic keys to living your life with integrity.”
W. Clement Stone (1902-2002), prominent businessman, philanthropist and self-help book author
Every day we make choices that define who we are, and who we are going to become. The choices we make matter not only to ourselves, but to others and society at large.
It is difficult for young people to make the right decision when there are so many negative influences in our society. SEE – Character & Ethics assists students in recognizing that their instincts often act as a guide and play an important role in distinguishing between good and bad choices. In addition, the course explores character traits and codes of conduct that set positive standards for developing self-respect, consideration and compassion for others.
Course highlights include:
- Defining Character
- The Choices We Make
- Codes of Conduct
- High Road / Low Road
- What Would YOU Do?
- Courtesy Challenge
- Dealing with Peer Pressure
- Taking a Leadership Role
- You Can Make a Difference!