Character education nurtures the ethical, social, and emotional development of young people. Character building encourages young people to take care of themselves and the people around them. After completing a full cycle of this course, students will have a solid foundation in character building skills that will help them become better citizens, friends, and family members. They will have developed a sense of self-awareness and empathy, and will be better equipped to navigate social situations and challenges in their daily lives.

Class Layout:
Welcome (Introductions & Sharing)
Mindfulness Check-In/Breathe-Out
Lesson on the Week’s Assigned Topic
Conversation/Activity Related to the Week’s Assigned Topic
Goodbyes

Please note that the course topics will cycle through on a 25-week basis.

Schedule:
Week of 06/04 - 06/10: Empathy
Week of 06/11 - 06/17: Curiosity
Week of 06/18 - 06/24: Kindness
Week of 06/25 - 07/01: Self-awareness
Week of 07/02 - 07/08: Integrity
Week of 07/09 - 07/15: Resourcefulness
Week of 07/16 - 07/22: Creativity
Week of 07/23 - 07/29: Honesty
Week of 07/30 - 08/05: Confidence
Week of 08/06 - 08/12: Optimism
Week of 08/13 - 08/19: Bravery
Week of 08/20 - 08/26: Responsibility
Week of 08/27 - 09/02: Humility
Week of 09/03 - 09/09: Independence
Week of 09/10 - 09/16: Respectful
Week of 09/17 - 09/23: Helpful
Week of 09/24 - 09/30: Punctual
Week of 10/01 - 10/07: Appreciative 
Week of 10/08 - 10/14: Dependability
Week of 10/15 - 10/21: Loyalty
Week of 10/22 - 10/28: Patience
Week of 10/29 - 11/04: Compassion
Week of 11/05 - 11/11: Perseverance
Week of 11/12 - 11/18: Self-control
Week of 11/19 - 11/25: Thoughtfulness