The Six Pillars of Character in Portable 38
T.R.R.F.C.C.
TRUSTWORTHINESS
Ø We tell the truth.
Ø We are reliable – we keep our promises.
Ø We do not lie, cheat, or steal.
RESPECT
Ø We do not hurt others – physically or verbally.
Ø We use manners . . . “PLEASE” and “THANK YOU.”
Ø We raise our hands to speak or to ask questions – we do not talk out of turn.
Ø When someone is talking to the whole class we . . .
v Remain silent
v Stay in our seats
v Keep hands empty
v Focus on the speaker
Ø We only use language which is appropriate for school.
Ø We follow the noise level given by Mr. Crumb.
RESPONSIBILITY
Ø We are responsible for our own actions – no excuses and NO WHINING!
Ø We use our agendas and binders to stay organized.
Ø We turn in assignments on time.
Ø We always have the necessary school supplies (paper, pencils, binder, agenda, etc.).
Ø We come to school ready to learn (enough sleep, a good breakfast, homework completed,
arrive on time).
Ø We use our time wisely and participate in classroom activities to the best of our abilities.
Ø We act like 4th graders!!! (No “baby talk,” no excessive tattling, etc.).
Ø We always try to give our best effort and to do our neatest work.
Ø We never give up and we stay positive, even when things aren’t going the way we’d like.
Ø We listen to directions the FIRST TIME they are given.
Ø When recess ends, we IMMEDIATELY return to class (bathroom breaks, drinks, and
clean-up take place during recess).
Ø We try to settle minor disputes amongst ourselves before going to Mr. Crumb.
FAIRNESS
Ø We cooperate with partners and/or group members.
Ø We are patient and take turns.
Ø We play by the rules.
Ø We keep our hands, feet, and belongings to ourselves.
CARING
Ø We give compliments.
Ø We try to help others when they need it.
Ø We never use put-downs, name-calling, “shut ups”, etc.
CITIZENSHIP
Ø We take good care of things that don’t belong to us (in the classroom, playground, and school).
Ø We keep our classroom neat and orderly – including the floor around and the inside of our desks!
Ø We practice common sense safety (no running, all four chair legs kept on the floor, etc.).
Ø We recycle and reuse whenever possible.
Ø We walk quietly in the hallways.
Ø We follow all classroom AND school rules.