CHARACTER EDUCATION
(EARLY CHILDHOOD - GRADE 8)

CHA's philosophy is to stimulate and inspire the intellectual, emotional and ethical development of each child through a rigorous college preparatory academic program that integrates character education, community service, athletics and the arts.

The Core Values of CHA set the direction and standard of this growth by giving an ethical compass and purpose to education. During classes and advisor / teacher meetings, these core values and the issues that pertain to them are discussed and explored.

In return, through this program, students gain invaluable confidence to face the challenges of education and life with a positive, ethical and compassionate approach.

Integrity: consistency in thought and adherence in action to principles of truth, honesty, trustworthiness and sincerity

• I am just and honorable in all my actions.
• I tell the truth.
• I seek to distinguish between right and wrong and strive to do what is right.
• I uphold my commitments and honor my word.

Responsibility: acting in accordance with what is right in the absence of authority, and being accountable for one's behavior to one's self and to others

• I am accountable for my words and actions.
• I can be trusted and depended on to fulfill my obligations.
• I value self-discipline and hard work.
• I strive to serve others and our community.
• When at sporting or other events, I will conduct myself so as to bring honor to myself and my school.
• I dress and groom myself according to the CHA dress code policy.

Learning: establishing a foundation of knowledge and skills that enable higher cognitive processes

• I pursue academic excellence with diligence.
• I agree that initiative, knowledge and understanding create awareness and an enriched life.
• I develop skills that I can apply to the rest of my life, so that I may always progress.
• I make learning a habit that is part of my life, in and out of school.

Respect: acting with fairness, courtesy and sensitivity to others and the community

• I use good manners and courtesy.
• I listen to others and thoughtfully consider their opinions and requests.
• I honor our differences.
• I act with consideration and fairness.
• I arrive at school and classes on time.
• I handle the campus, property of the school and property of others with care.

Kindness: acting with consideration, compassion and empathy for others

• I help and support my peers.
• I treat others politely.
• I consider the feelings and needs of others.
• I interact with others in a positive, thoughtful and cooperative manner.

Courage: internal strength enabling one to act, venture or persevere in the face of difficulty

• I persevere through adversity and recognize obstacles as opportunities for growth.
• I take the risks necessary to achieve that which is right.
• I adhere to higher principles regardless of difficulty or influence.
• I sacrifice my personal interest to serve the greater community.

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