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Character Education
“Trait of the Month”
Character education is a districtwide emphasis on those values held to be important by the Conestoga Valley community.
Each month has a character education trait as a theme of the month.
Parents are encouraged to discuss these traits with their children and to use everyday examples to reinforce them. Parents and local community leaders are encouraged to download and print the poster found at the bottom of this page and hang it up in a visible area.
August INTEGRITY
having the inner strength and commitment to do what is right even when no one is looking.SeptemberRESPONSIBILITY
think before you act; consider the consequences on all people affected.October RESPECT
recognizing a sense of the worth or excellence of a person, thing, idea, etc.November COURTESY
respect for and consideration of people and property.December CARING
sensitivity to others’ needs.January DEPENDABILITY
fulfilling one’s obligations and promises.February TOLERANCE
being respectful toward those whose opinions and practices differ from yours.March HONESTY
telling the truth.April PERSEVERANCE
persistence/determination to overcome challenges.May TRUSTWORTHINESS
demonstrating reliability, truthfulness and loyalty.June PATIENCE
willingness to wait.July CHARACTER
the ability to know what is right and the courage to do it.
"Character Ed"
The logo for Character Education is a puzzle drawing of a person. The puzzle represents the many facets of character that make up the whole person.
