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Welcome to our resources! Please let us know if you have any suggestions -- activities that work for you, people your students respect that we should use for illustrations, etc. We learn from you guys on the front lines! 

Note: The stories from the "Intercom Insights" are often also included in the Illustrations/Quotes/Stories/Activities section. 

Literature: We're just starting (with Romeo and Juliet and Twelve Angry Men)  a section for character discussions based on literature. Let us know if you need help with or have some good ideas about discussing a book or film! 

Introduction to Character      Introduction to Character II Introduction to Character III Introduction to School Counselor

PowerPoint Presentation + Script For 1-3rd Assembly     For Middle and High School Classroom (Discussion Oriented) For Middle and High School Classroom (Relational Oriented) For Elementary Classroom

Script in Word Format Script on Web Page PowerPoint Slide Show  Introduction to Character 2 Introduction to Character 3   School Counselor Introduction

 

RESPECT Showing Regard for the Worth of Someone or Something
Character Trait	Definition and Synonyms	Links to Intercom Insights, Illustrations, Quotes, Stories, Activities and Lesson Plans.
Self-respect	Pride and belief in one's self and in achievement of one's potential. Self-Esteem, Self-Confidence, Self-Worth, Self-Acceptance, Contentment, Pride	Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Self-Respect... Lesson on Dealing With Stress Lesson on Self-Respect
Self-control/ Virtue	Control of your actions and emotions; the habit of excellence of one's character that defines one's moral personality		Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Self-Control... Lessons on Self-Control... Lesson on Truancy/Showing Up On Time Student Worksheet (Leader's Guide) on Self-Control (5th grade) Student Worksheet on Self-Control (5th grade)
Authority	Respect for those individuals who are in positions of responsibility, using proper etiquette in relation to them. Manners, Politeness, Not Rude		Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Authority... Lesson on Getting Along With Authority... Lesson on Changing Authorities Authorities are People Too (4th and 5th Grades)
Learning	Appreciation for the importance of and effort involved in acquiring knowledge. Wisdom-seeker.		Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Learning... Lesson on Decision-Making Lesson on Continual Learning (History) Lesson on Curiosity
Humility	Recognizing that any given person is one's intellectual superior in some way and can be learned from. Recognizing the part other's have played in one's achievements. Teachable. Not Arrogant.		Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Humility... Lessons on Humility...
Punctuality	Promptness		Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Punctuality... Lesson on Time Management
Trustworthiness	Worthy of confidence; reliable		Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Trustworthiness... Lesson on Trustworthiness...
Respect for others	Concern for and motivation to act for the welfare of others		Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Respect for Others... Lesson on Respect for Others, High School Lesson #2 on Respect for Others, Teens Lesson #3 on Respect for Others, Teens (Part II of last lesson) Lesson on Foul Language and Cursing for Teens. Lesson on Respect for Others, 5th and 6th Grades

 

RESPONSIBILITY Taking care of one's self and others; to carry out a duty or task carefully and thoroughly
Character Trait	Definition and Synonyms	Links to Illustrations, Lessons, and Intercom Insights
School Pride/ Cleanliness/ Orderliness	Care and satisfaction in your school's environment; achievement and success	Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on School Pride... Lesson on School Pride... (teens) Lesson on Orderliness (Elementary) Lesson on the Classroom as a Professional Environment (Beginning of the school year, share your class rules time) (teens)
Respect for the environment	The conservation and care of your surroundings		Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Respect for Environment... Lessons on Respect for Environment...
Accountability and Responsibility	Being responsible for your decisions and actions		Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Accountability... Skit on Accountability/Responsibility (teens) Lesson 1 on Responsibility (Grade K) Lesson 2 on Responsibility (Grade 1) Lesson 3 on Responsibility (Grade 2) Lesson 4 on Responsibility (Grade 3) Lesson 5 on Responsibility (Teens)
Cheerfulness	Good-humored, bright and pleasant. Joyfulness, Optimistic.		Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Cheerfulness... Lesson 1 on Cheerfulness... Lesson 2 on Cheerfulness...
Honor	A sense of what is right, just and true		Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Honor... Lessons on Honor...

 

CITIZENSHIP Respectful devotion to one's country and/or school
Character Trait	Definition and Synonyms	Links to Illustrations, Lessons, and Intercom Insights
Democracy	Respect for the rule of the majority	Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Democracy... Lessons on Democracy...
Sportsmanship	The ability to take winning and losing without gloating or complaining		Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Sportsmanship... Lessons on Sportsmanship...
Patriotism	Respectful devotion to one's country		Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Patriotism... Lesson on Patriotism (Making Change While Remaining Loyal)
Gratitude	A feeling of thankful appreciation for benefits received. Thankfulness, Appreciation.		Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Gratitude... Lesson on Gratitude...for Teens Lesson on Gratitude for Elementary
Courtesy/ Civility	Polite and courteous behavior toward others in words and action. Politeness.		Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Courtesy/Civility... Lesson 1 - Dress for Success Lesson 2 - Tame Your Tongue K-5 Civility Intercom Series

 

COMPASSION Showing concern or sympathy for others
Character Trait	Definition and Synonyms	Links to Illustrations, Lessons, and Intercom Insights
Generosity/ Service	Unselfish willingness to give and share your time and talents in your community. Selflessness, Other-Centered, Giving, Helpfulness, Sacrificial, Encourager, Not Greedy with money, energy or time.	Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Generosity/Service... Lesson on Generosity/Service: Treat Others the Way You Want to Be Treated Lesson #1 on Sharing (Grades k-5) Lesson #2 on Sharing (Grades 2-5) Lesson #3 on Sharing (Grades 3-5)
Kindness	Being gentle, willing to help, friendly and considerate		Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Kindness... Lesson #1 - Tame Your Tongue
Empathy	Understanding, sensing and sharing in the feelings and emotions of others. Love, Sympathy, Compassion, Encourager.		Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Empathy... Lesson: Caring is Fun (Grades 1-3) Lesson on Empathy (Teens) Lesson #2 on Empathy (Teens) Lesson #3 on Empathy (Teen Level)

 

RESILIENCE The capacity to successfully manage high levels of change
Character Trait	Definition and Synonyms	Links to Illustrations, Lessons, and Intercom Insights
Self-confidence	Positive attitude about, and trust in one's self; sense of security and self assurance	Intercom Insights/Quotes/Stories/Activities on Self-Confidence... Lesson #1 on Peer Pressure
Creativity/ Flexibility	Clever, imaginative and inventive; adaptability and versatility		Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Creativity/Flexibility... Lessons on Creativity/Flexibility...
Diligence	Consistent attention to quality work; remaining focused on your goal		Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Diligence...(See Below Under "Commitment") Lessons on Diligence... (See Below Under "Commitment")
Initiative	Proactive; thinking and taking action on your own		Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Initiative... Lesson for Teens Setting Goals: Personal Vision;  Setting Goals 2: Long-Term Dreams;  Setting Goals 3: Long-Term Goals;  Setting Goals 4: Short-Term Goals;  Setting Goals 5: Time Management
Resilience	The ability to bounce back from failure or discouragements.		Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Resilience... Lesson on Resilience... Lesson on Resilience 4th-5th grades Lesson on Problem Solving for Older Elementary & Middle School
Self-reliance	Relying on one's own abilities, efforts or judgments		Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Self-Reliance... Lesson on Child Safety...

TOLERANCE Respecting the individual differences, views and beliefs of other people
Character Trait	Definition and Synonyms	Links to Illustrations, Lessons, and Intercom Insights
Acceptance	Recognition of the diversity of others, their opinions, practices and culture. Understanding, Open-mindedness, Tolerance	Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Acceptance... Lessons on Acceptance...
Forgiveness	Benefiting yourself and others by ceasing to feel resentment toward others		Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Forgiveness... Lesson on Forgiving Others Lesson on Asking Forgiveness
Cooperation	Working together for a common purpose. Teamwork		Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Cooperation... Lesson on Conflict Resolution Assembly and Small Group Lesson on Cooperation
Fairness	Equal treatment of behavior and viewpoints of others		Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Fairness... Lesson on Listening
Peacemaker	Seeks peaceful solutions to fights and quarrels. Tolerance. Non-violent.		Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Peacemaker... Lesson on Peacemaking Lesson on Peacemaking (for k-2)

COMMITMENT The obligation or pledge to carry out some action or to support some policy or person
Character Trait	Definition and Synonyms	Links to Illustrations, Lessons, and Intercom Insights
Motivation	The desire to move toward a goal		Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Motivation... Lesson on Decision-Making Lesson on Effort (10 minutes for Middle School)
Perseverance/ Determination/ Dedication/ Diligence	Working hard without giving up. Consistent attention to quality work; remaining focused on your goal. Sense of commitment and duty. The inner strength to pursue a goal or task.		Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Perseverance... Lessons on Perseverance...(Teen Version) Lesson on Perseverance for 2nd Grade Lesson on Perseverance for 3rd Grade Lesson on Perseverance, Elementary, "Follow That Character! Lesson on Perseverance for 5th-6th Grades

INTEGRITY Steadfast adherence to a strict code of moral, ethical or artistic values; to consistently be truthful and fair
Character Trait	Definition and Synonyms	Links to Illustrations, Lessons, and Intercom Insights
Honesty	Truthfulness and sincerity	Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Honesty... Lesson on Honesty (Teen Version) Lesson on Honesty II (for Teens) Lesson on Honesty III (for Older Teens) Lesson on Honesty (Kindergarten) Lesson on Honesty (Grade 1) Lesson on Honesty (Grade 2) Lesson on Honesty (Grade 3) Lesson on Honesty (Grade 4) Lesson on Honesty (Fifth Grade Version)...
Dependability	The ability to be counted on and trusted		Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Dependability... Lesson on Child Safety... Lesson on Showing Up on Time
Loyalty	Faithful to a person, an organization or your country		Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Loyalty... Lesson on Loyalty for Older Elementary Lesson on Loyalty (Agents of Change) (Teens) Lesson on Loyalty (Teens)
Conviction- Driven	Daily decisions driven by thought-through convictions rather than the heat of the moment.		Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Convictions... Lessons on Convictions...

ACCOMPLISHMENT Appreciation for attaining one's goals
Character Trait	Definition and Synonyms	Links to Illustrations, Lessons, and Intercom Insights
Courage	To meet a challenge without giving in to fear	Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Courage... Lesson #1 on Peer Pressure Lesson #2 on Peer Pressure Lesson on Being Agents of Change
Success	Achieving what's important to you		"Refrigerator University" - Short "devos" for Discussion #1 - Learn from Successful People #2 - Discover Your Passions and Strengths #3 - Work Hard #4 - Work Around Your Weaknesses #5 - Build on Your Strengths #6 - Think "Team" #7 - Give College a Chance #8 - Overcome Criticism #9 - Bounce Back From Failure
Patience	The power to wait calmly without complaining		Intercom Insights/Quotes/ Stories/Activities on Patience... Lesson on Patience (for teens) Lesson on Patience in Listening (for teens) Lesson on Patience (for grades K-2) Lesson on Patience (for grades 3-5)

HOT TOPICS Topics That Involve Character
Topic	Description	Links to Illustrations, Lessons, and Intercom Insights
Dating and Singleness	Objectively evaluating our culture's dating system in order to help students feel less coercion into a sometimes hazardous preoccupation.	Lesson #1 of Dating Series on "Getting to Know You: Is Dating the Only Way?" Lesson #2 of Dating Series on "Enjoying Singleness" Lesson #8 of Dating Series on "In Search of the Perfect Mate" Lesson #9 of Dating Series on "In Search of the Perfect Mate"
Sex, STD's and Standards	Understanding the physical and emotional consequences of early sex and the practical implications.		Lesson #3 of Dating Series on "Sex, Lies, and the Truth" Lesson #4 of Dating Series on "Sex, Lies, and the Truth" Lesson #5 of Dating Series on Setting (and Keeping!) Your Standards Lesson #6 of Dating Series on Setting (and Keeping!) Your Standards Lesson #7 of Dating Series on Setting (and Keeping!) Your Standards
Learning Disabilities	Quotes by Famous Dyslexics		Quotes by Successful People With Learning Disabilties
Money Management	MONEY: HOW TO MAKE IT, SAVE IT, INVEST IT AND ENJOY IT! Please give us input on this new resource!		Money: How to Make It, Save It, Invest It and Enjoy It! Other lessons in process: Lesson #1: Invest Wisely     Lesson One Handout Lesson #2: Avoid Debt (Includes Bibliography)      Lesson Two Handout
Careers	Finding a Fun and Fulfilling Vocation		Lesson: Finding a Fun Career Keynote address for an 8th grade job fair. Lesson (Series in Progress): Finding a Job You Love - First in a series for high school students.