Our Monthly Attributes
The North Perth Community of Character follows the same attributes and schedule as the Avon Maitland District School Board's curriculum. We believe this helps all members of the community to focus on the same attribute at the same time (while of course always trying to live with all the attributes in mind!). The Community of Character has however, made one addition; for the months of July and August we highlight the attribute Inclusion.
The North Perth Community of Character follows the same attributes and schedule as the Avon Maitland District School Board's curriculum. We believe this helps all members of the community to focus on the same attribute at the same time (while of course always trying to live with all the attributes in mind!). The Community of Character has however, made one addition; for the months of July and August we highlight the attribute Inclusion.
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January (Responsibility)
Being reliable and accountable February (Perseverance) Staying purposeful and committed March (Optimism) Choosing to be positive April (Honesty) Being trustworthy, sincere and truthful May (Fairness) Treating everyone in a just and accepting manner June (Integrity) Doing what is right and honourable |
July & August (Inclusion)
All means all September (Respect) Valuing self, others and our world October (Empathy) Understanding how someone else feels November (Courage) Facing the challenge December (Compassion) Showing care and consideration |
We have a free-standing display that shows each of these character traits. If you have an event or space where we could advertise by putting up the banner, please email us! Attached is a photo and the request form if you would like to borrow the display DISPLAY REQUEST FORM
Gotcha!
When our Character Council members spot someone exhibiting the Character Trait of the month (for example, a student encouraging another student to join in a game at recess), they reward that behaviour with a "Gotcha Card". These cards can be redeemed for an ice cream cone at Dairy Queen or a cookie at Life's A Party (thanks to our generous sponsors!). Positive reinforcement is the goal :)
When our Character Council members spot someone exhibiting the Character Trait of the month (for example, a student encouraging another student to join in a game at recess), they reward that behaviour with a "Gotcha Card". These cards can be redeemed for an ice cream cone at Dairy Queen or a cookie at Life's A Party (thanks to our generous sponsors!). Positive reinforcement is the goal :)
In May 2018, Ivey Business School professor Dr. Gerard Seijits spoke to the North Perth community about "Return on Character" - the research that shows that business leaders who exhibit positive character traits have more profitable businesses. See his presentation HERE.