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I. Trustworthiness

II. Respect

III. Responsibility

IV. Fairness

V. Caring

VI. Citizenship

Character Counts is a program to strengthen the character of today’s young people. It is built on the consensus that no matter how diverse our opinions, personalities and background, there are ethical principals that clearly define us at our best. These principles are important because they are the very foundation of a free, democratic society.

(Taken from South Dakota 4-H brochure)

Our Bible verse theme for Character Counts is:

Do unto others as you would have them do unto you. Luke 6:31

Christian Center School

Character Counts Program

We have implemented the Character Counts Education Program at our school. We believe it is a very valuable and worthwhile program for our students and follows good Biblical principles. The character pillar is introduced at the 1^st chapel service of the month. We are using the Popcorn Park Puppet Video Series to explore the six essential character virtues. The puppets become entangled in problems that require them to sort out right from wrong. It is complete with inspiring songs and delightful humor and provides a fun way to engage the students in thinking, talking, and writing about the kinds of people they want to be.

The teachers follow up the video with discussion questions, writing assignments, follow-up activities and take-home information for parents.

Character Counts Bible Verses
September~Respect	Do unto others, as you would have them do unto you. Luke 6:31
Oct.~Trustworthiness	A good name is more desirable than great riches; to be esteemed is better than silver or gold. Proverbs 22:1
Nov.~Responsibility	Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good. Romans 12:21
Dec.~ Honesty/Truth	I have chosen the way of truth; I have set my heart on your laws. Psalm 119:30
Jan.~Fairness/Justice	The just shall live by faith. Gal. 3:11
Feb.~Caring/Compassion	Love one another. I John 4:8
March ~Self Discipline	For God did not give us a spirit of timidity, but a spirit of power, of love and of self-discipline. II Tim. 1:7
April~Citizenship	Love your neighbor as yourself. Mark 12:33
May~Perseverance	Let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us. Heb. 12:1