Bessemer City Primary School

August

Introduction

Getting to know the School Counselor.

September

Respect

Showing high regard for authority, for other people, for self, for property, and for country, and understanding that all people have value as human beings.

October

Responsibility

Being dependable in carrying out obligations and duties; showing reliability and consistency in words and conduct; being accountable for your own actions; and being committed to active involvement in your community.

November

Good Citizenship

Always respecting other people and their property; respecting the environment; hardworking and productive; always willing to learn.

December

Kindness

Being considerate, courteous, helpful, and understanding of others; showing care, compassion, friendship, and generosity; treating others the way you would like to be treated.

January

Self-Discipline

Demonstrating hard work and commitment to purpose; regulating yourself for improvement and restraining from inappropriate behaviors; being in proper control of your words, actions, impulses, and desires.

February

Courage

Having the determination to do the right thing even when others don’t and the strength to follow your conscience rather than the crowd; attempting difficult things that are worthwhile.

March

Integrity

Having the inner strength to be truthful, trustworthy, and honest in all things; acting justly and honorably.

April

Good Judgement

Choosing worthy goals and setting proper priorities: thinking through the consequences of your actions and basing decisions on practical wisdom and good sense.

May

Perseverance

Being persistent in the pursuit of worthy objectives in spite of difficulty, opposition, or discouragement; exhibiting patience and having the fortitude to try again when confronted with delays, mistakes, or failures.

June

Review

Review of all character traits.