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Character Matters
What is character development?
 
 
Character Development"Character development is the deliberate effort to nurture the universal attributes upon which schools and communities find consensus. These attributes provide a standard for behaviour against which we hold ourselves accountable. They permeate all that happens in schools. They bind us together across the lines that often divide us in society. They form the basis of our relationships and of responsible citizenship. They are a foundation for excellence and equity in education, and for our vision of learning cultures and school communities that are respectful, safe, caring and inclusive. Excellence in education includes character development. Through character, we find common ground." (Finding Common Ground; Character Development in Ontario Schools, K-12, 2008 External Link)
Character Matters is one approach that York Region Schools use to create and support a Positive Climate for Learning and Working.
 

Our Character Matters

​September ​Respect We respect ourselves and treat others with courtesy, dignity and positive regard. We honour the rights of others. We respect their belongings, the environment and the world around us.​
​October ​​Responsibility ​We are accountable for all our actions. We follow through on our commitments.
​November ​Courage ​We face challenges directly. We seek help from others when necessary. We do the right thing even when it may be unpopular. We are able to recognize risks and danger and do not take unwise risks to gain the approval of those around us.
​December ​​Empathy ​We strive to sense and appreciate the emotions of others, to "stand in their shoes". We demonstrate appreciation of and concern for their feelings. We try to understand issues from their perspectives even though we may not agree with them personally.
​January ​​Initiative We act without being prompted by others. We are eager to do what needs to be done without having to be told to do it. We take the first step towards the achievement of a goal.
​February ​​Perseverance We stick to a goal and work hard even in the face of obstacles and challenges. We complete all tasks and assignments.
​March ​​Honesty ​We behave in a sincere, trustworthy and truthful manner.
​April ​​Optimism ​We maintain a positive attitude. We look on the brighter side of situations. We are able to see opportunities even in the face of adversity. We have hope for the future.
​May ​​Fairness ​We are sensitive to the needs of each individual. We treat each other as we wish to be treated ourselves. We interact with others without stereotyping, prejudice or discrimination. We stand up for human rights.
​June ​​Integrity ​We are truthful and sincere. We ensure consistency between what we say and what we do as well as between what we believe and how we behave.
 
 
 
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