Character Education
What is Character Education?
As defined by Dr. Thomas Lickona, character education is the deliberate effort to develop virtues that are good for the individual and good for society. In the North Tonawanda City School District
Character Traits we value in the
Responsibility
Being accountable in word and deed; having a sense of duty to fulfill tasks with reliability, dependability, and commitment.
Perseverance
Pursuing worthy objectives with determination and patience while exhibiting fortitude when confronted with failure.
Caring
Showing understanding of others by treating them with kindness, compassion, generosity, and a forgiving spirit.
Self-discipline
Demonstrating hard work in controlling emotions, words, actions, impulses, and desires; putting forth one’s best effort in all situations.
Citizenship
Being law abiding and involved in service to school, community, and country.
Honesty
Telling the truth and admitting wrongdoing; being trustworthy and acting with integrity.
Courage
Doing the right thing in the face of difficulty and following one’s conscience instead of the crowd.
Fairness
Practicing justice, equity, and equality; cooperating with one another; recognizing the uniqueness and value of each individual within our diverse society.
Respect
Showing high regard for an authority, other people, self, and country; treating others as one would want to be treated and understanding that all people have value as human beings.
Integrity
A firm adherence to a code of moral and ethical values; being honest, trustworthy, and incorruptible.
Patriotism
A love for and loyalty to one's country.
Manners
The socially correct way of behaving that includes standards for conduct such as politeness and etiquette.
Cooperation
Working or acting together for a common purpose or benefit.
Creativity and Imagination
Originality and inventiveness.