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Today is going to be a full day again. I worked on the calendar and hourly break down for the family up until dinner.  It is more detailed than last week, so I will let you know what works.

 

Also Mama and I are starting a program for the kids using the Character Counts program.

Uncle Dee and I made a chart Saturday night and we will use it to track the boys performance in the Seven Pillars of Character, which you can see below.

 

This morning during breakfast I am going to explain the Pillars. Throughout the day I will use a merit / de-merit system when they interact with others.

 

At the end of the summer if they have a total of 100 points together then they win a trip to the Lego store with $50 in hand. This is a big reward for them for sure! Also when they get to 50 points we will take a family pizza night to Incredible Pizza.

 

I am out to make breakfast!

 

Our Seven Pillars of Character

 

Honesty

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 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 • 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 choices

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

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

Bravery

Go places in the dark • Go to the restroom without telling me • Stay in a room alone