• Trustworthiness
    Be honest • Don't deceive, cheat, or steal • Be reliable — do what you say you'll do • Have the courage to do the right thing • Build a good reputation • Be loyal — stand by your family, friends, and country
     
    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
     
    ***In addition to the Six Pillars, we have added Compassion.
      
    Compassion
    Concern for the the well-being of another • Gives support to others • Thinking of another person's feelings • Help someone who is being treated unfairly
     
    Descriptions from: Character Counts! site:  http://charactercounts.org/sixpillars/