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Trustworthiness
Be honest • Don’t deceive, cheat or steal • Be
reliable — do what you say you’ll do • Have the courage to do the right
thing • Build a good reputation • Be loyal — stand by your family, friends
and country
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Respect
Treat others with respect; follow the
Golden Rule • Be tolerant of differences • Use good manners, not bad
language • Be considerate of the feelings of others • Don’t threaten, hit
or hurt anyone • Deal peacefully with anger, insults and disagreements
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Responsibility
Do what you are supposed to do • Persevere:
keep on trying! • Always do your best • Use self-control • Be
self-disciplined • Think before you act — consider the consequences • Be
accountable for your choices
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Fairness
Play by the rules • Take turns and share •
Be open-minded; listen to others • Don’t take advantage of others • Don’t
blame others carelessly
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Caring
Be kind • Be compassionate and show you
care • Express gratitude • Forgive others • Help people in need
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Citizenship
Do your share to make your school and community better
• Cooperate • Stay informed; vote • Be a good neighbor • Obey laws and
rules • Respect authority • Protect the
environment
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Information and design from the
National Character Counts Web Site
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