The sign of intelligent people is their ability to control emotions by the application of reason. – Marya Mannes

Why Democracy Needs Moral Truths The public understands weakening morality as a behavior that is increasingly uncivil. That is, behavior that reflects a rejection of legitimate authority and a lack of respect for others . Neighbors not being neighborly. Children disrespecting adults. Declining loyalty between employers and employees. The absence of common courtesy, such as… Read more »

I agree to use my anger management journal when the following situations occur: 1. When I become frustrated. 2. When I become angry toward a peer or an adult. When these situations occur, please write in your journal about the following: 1. What caused or triggered the anger or frustration? 2. How did you respond… Read more »

No one can make you feel inferior without your consent. – Eleanor Roosevelt

Character may be manifested in the great moments, but it is made in the small ones. – Phillips Brooks

How does it fit into Math? You can Count on me. How does it fit into Social Science ? World View – Building Ethical communities. How does it fit into Physical Education? It’s one of the main places where character is revealed and taught -Coaching from the Inside out. How does it fit into English… Read more »

by Elaine L. Lindy CEO, Whootie Owl Productions If there’s one word that could provide focus to all the angst over values, a prime candidate for the position would be “empathy”. The ability to imagine how someone else feels can be credited as the center from which springs compassion, honesty, cooperation, responsibility, and a veritable… Read more »

It is the highest form of self-respect to admit mistakes and to make amends for them. – John J. McCloy

Plan out your life on paper but live your life by your heart. – Warren DeMike

What Are People Like Here? Man moves to a new town, and asks his new neighbor what people are like there. “What were people like where you came from?” asked the neighbor. “They were unfriendly and rude.” responded the new comer. “I think you’ll find folks the same here,” said the neighbor. Second new comer… Read more »