Lines Elementary: 217 Eastern Avenue • Barrington, IL 60010


6 Pillars of Character Counts:
Character Counts

The CHARACTER COUNTS! Education Program is a program designed to focus on the character education of our children.  Its foundation is based on six pillars, which include: respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, citizenship and trustworthiness.  CHARACTER COUNTS! has received much positive feedback around the United States and in our own community.  The program focuses on total community involvement.


Respect
  • Treat others with respect; follow the Golden Rule
  • Be tolerant and accepting 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
 
Responsibility
  • Do what you are supposed to do
  • Plan ahead
  • 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 words, actions, and attitudes
  • Set a good example for others
 
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
  • Treat all people fairly
 
Caring
  • Be kind
  • Be compassionate and show you care
  • Express gratitude
  • Forgive others
  • Help people in need
 
Citizenship
  • Do your share to make your school and community better
  • Cooperate
  • Get involved in community affairs
  • Stay informed; vote
  • Be a good neighbor
  • Obey laws and rules
  • Respect authority
  • Protect the environment
  • Volunteer
Trustworthiness
  • Be honest
  • Have the courage to do the right thing
  • Don't deceive, cheat or mislead people
  • Be reliable - do what you say you will do
  • Build a good reputation
  • Be loyal - stand by your family, friends and community
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