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Integrity (think of “true blue”)
We practice integrity by
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By taking responsibility for our actions
By being honest and upright daily
Being aware of right and wrong
Not compromising our morals and values
Being decent in how we treat others
Not deceiving, cheating, or stealing
Having steadfast adherence to a strict moral or ethical code
Integrity-- -- Having the inner strength to be truthful, trustworthy, and honest in all things; acting justly and honorably.
Having a firm adherence to a code of especially moral values. Teaching integrity will help model the behavior we strive
to have daily at our school. Having the inner strength to be truthful, trustworthy, and honest in all things; acting justly
and honorably. A point of reference (http://webweevers.com/integrity.htm)
March Essentials
1. When grading other students’ papers, give only the correct grade. Occasionally we may grade each other’s
papers as a group. When grading other students’ papers, if you give someone an incorrect grade, whether it is
higher or lower than they deserve, the amount the grade differs from the actual grade will be deducted from
your paper. *The only marks you are allowed to make on others’ papers are an “X” and the number they got
incorrect. (* may be modified) #12
2. When we read together in class, you must follow along. If I call on you to read, you must know exactly where
we are and begin reading immediately. #13
3. Answer all written questions with a complete sentence. For example, if the question asks, “What is the capital
of Russia?” you should respond by writing, “The capital of Russia is Moscow.” Also, in conversation with others,
it is important to use complete sentences out of respect for the person’s question. For example, if a person
asks, “How are you?” instead of just responding by saying “Fine,” you should say, “I’m doing fine, thank you.
How about yourself?” #14
The Road less Traveled
The Children’s Book of Virtues: William J. Bennett
The Boy Who Cried Wolf
Charlotte’s Web
Pinballs
The Incredible Journey
The Secret Garden
http://charactercounts.org/lesson-plans/index.html
http://www.characterlinks.com/resources-1/52-character-traits/integrity/sample-lessons-for-integrity
http://www.lessonplanet.com/search?keywords=character+education&media=lesson&gclid=CJ25uNGi_6wCFcOP7
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http://www.leadershipnow.com/integrityquotes.html
http://www.ehow.com/info_7973525_classroom-activities-integrity.html
http://www.educationworld.com/a_curr/curr008.shtml#fourth
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nLLIML7nF8
http://my.discoveryeducation.com/
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Have students talk about Characters who show integrity
Give students a series of scenarios in which they would choose to be honest or dishonest.
Brainstorm times when you might be tempted to be dishonest
Discuss cheating on homework.
Can students recognize dishonesty? Have them give examples of TV programs that glamorizes
dishonesty
Develop a list of characteristics of a person who is trustworthy and a person who is not
Use well-known sports/entertainment figures to talk about how people get certain “reputations.”
Ask students to identify 5 persons in their lives they think are trustworthy
Have students discuss things that are absolutely right or wrong. (moral absolutism)
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HOW TO DECIDE
WHAT'S THE RIGHT THING TO DO
Some decisions you make aren't terribly important. For example, you might decide to have chocolate
ice cream instead of vanilla. But other decisions may involve a choice between right and wrong, and
sometimes it's not easy to know what to do. Whenever you aren't sure what's the right thing to do,
stop and think! Ask yourself these questions:
What does my conscience—that "little voice" inside my head—say about it?
Could it hurt anyone—including me?
Is it fair?
Would it violate the Golden Rule? (How would I feel if somebody did it to me?)
Have I ever been told that it's wrong?
Deep down how do I feel about it?
How will I feel about myself later if I do it?
What would adults I respect say about it?
If you still can't decide, talk it over with someone you trust and respect.
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Reprinted by permission. Copied from www.GoodCharacter.com.