The height of your accomplishments will equal the depth of your convictions. – William F. Scolavino

Integrity; How to Get It, How to Keep It by Jim Ca Integrity; How to Get It, How to Keep It by Jim Carroll, addresses many issues of integrity and ethics: Here are a few. How did we get here – what went wrong? Where did the moral compass disappear? An overview of the workplace… Read more »

If you wrestle with pigs you re going to get really muddy And only one of you is going to really like it! – Author Unknown

I have a friend who every time I had a problem, dilemma or minor crisis would say – – “Focus on the lesson. Ask yourself what am I being shown here?” Every person in this life has something to teach me — and as soon as I accept that, I open myself to truly listening…. Read more »

It is from numberless diverse acts of courage and belief that human history is shaped. Each time a man stands up for an ideal, or acts to improve the lot of others, or strikes out against injustice, he sends forth a tiny ripple of hope, and crossing each other from a million different centers of… Read more »

A staff development opportunity for teachers 1- Helps you identify who you are. Who you are determines the effectiveness of what you do in your lifetime. Activity: List the seven positive Character traits that those closest to you would describe you by. 2- Assist you in formulating your conclusions. Your conclusions are based on the… Read more »

As schools, families, and communities identify and list outcomes and standards for their children, it is clear that the list can not be complete without including values. Developing strategic learners and problem solvers always is included, but the inventory also must include respectful listeners, integrity and responsibility. Knowledge and the expertise to prepare young people… Read more »

Emphasize the importance of adults modeling values in the classroom as well as in their everyday interactions. Help students clarify their values and build personal bonds and responsibilities to one another. Use the traditional curriculum as a vehicle for teaching values and examining moral questions. Encourage moral reflection through debate, journals, and discussion. Encourage values… Read more »

1-Asking kids to play or join them in playing with others. 2-Being honest. 3-Listening to them. 4-Keeping secrets and promises. 5-Apologizing if they hurt someone s feelings. 6-Making your friends feel special. – Gene Bedley

I am not bound to win, but I am bound to be true. I am not bound to succeed, but I am bound to live by the light that I have. – Abraham Lincoln