One of the characteristics we associate with Lincoln is his determination or persistence, often in the face of difficulty. His long-time friend Joseph Gillespie attributed it to both mental and physical strength, saying, “Mr. Lincoln was capable of immense physical and mental labor. His mind and body were in perfect harmony.” His law partner, William… Read more »
Activity Idea The objective is to help kids understand the importance and place of core ethical virtues in their life. The choices we make on a daily basis either contribute to our mission and purpose or our choices involve us in activities that for the most part are short lived. By placing 7 walnuts into… Read more »
While it wasn’t totally clear in teacher education and preparation that each class was preparing one for an occupation and a career, it has become all the more clearer in recent years there is a major difference between Occupation and Vocation. An Occupation is defined in Latin “to occupy a position” or to “fill a… Read more »
If we were making a garden where flowers and vegetables grow, We must work the ground and plant the seed, carefully, row by row. A garden needs a great deal of work, back-breaking and tiring toil, But we’re working with God and his miracles when we’re working with the soil. And that’s the way with… Read more »
For many of our young people they only have celebrities to observe and pattern their lives after. Sandra Humphrey’s new book Dare to Dream presents 25 ordinary people who accomplished extraordinary things. While celebrities are only interested in fame and image the people she writes about were focused on character and service. The role models… Read more »
Proverbs and maxims Failure is the path of least persistence. ContentAll things will come round to him who will but wait. (Longfellow) Only those who have the patience to do simple things perfectly will acquire the skill to do difficult things easily. Work hard and give it your best shot; never be a quitter. (Charley… Read more »
The all-important, connecting link between knowing right and good and doing right and good will always be having the character to do what is right and good. – Russell Gough
When working with preschoolers Donna Hirst (Head Start Teacher) tell kids “You’re the boss of your hands” If they cannot be good you can sit on them to make them be responsible. A rule to emphasize with children is “If you Hit you sit!” While children need to know they need to work it out… Read more »
“When written in Chinese, the word ‘crisis’ is composed of two characters – one represents danger, and the other represents opportunity.” –
Wheat Ridge campaigns teach power of individuals By Tillie Fong, Rocky Mountain News May 6, 2005 WHEAT RIDGE – Wheat Ridge High School students were devastated last fall when they lost three classmates to tragedy. But rather than surrender to sorrow, members of several student clubs have used a character education program called the Power… Read more »
