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St. James School for Little Folks
Character Education

The Six Pillars of Character

 

TRUSTWORTHINESS
Shinrai (derived from the Japanese for "trust") is the CAMEL who always keeps her promises, always does what she says she'll do and is loyal, honest and punctual.

 

RESPECT
Austus (derived from the Estonian for "respect") is the LION who is confident that respect is one of the highest qualities one can have - for nature, for others and for oneself.

RESPONSIBILITY
Ansvar (derived from the Norwegian for "responsible") is the ELEPHANT with colorful ribbons ties around his trunk and tail to help him remember his responsibilities

FAIRNESS
Guisto (derived from the Italian for "fair") is the GIRAFFE who always tries to do what's right. Guisto uses his long neck to see all sides of any issue and has a gentle way of helping others do the same.

Hi! I'm Karina
                           the Kangaroo.

CARING

Karina (derived from the Spanish for "Caring") is the kangraoo, who believes that you should treat people the way you would like to be treated.

 

CITIZENSHIP
Kupa (derived from the Hawaiian for "citizen") is the BEAR who considers herself a citizen of the world. A philosopher and poet, she believes that we are all part of the same family and must do our share to help each other.

 

 

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