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CHAR • AC • TER
/ˈKERƏKTƏR/

noun

  1. The mental and moral qualities distinctive to an individual.

Greetings scholars and parent/guardians!

 

As you continue your journey through your educational career keep in mind that one of the best routes to success is hard work and perseverance as well as other important qualities that will aid you in your studies. One of my missions, as your teacher, is not only to prepare you for high school and college but how to interact in society, with others and, yes, even yourself. To that end, we will be working to continue in the develop certain character traits specifically: moral, performance and civic. 

 

Please use this page to learn more about the character expectations I will have of you and you should have of yourself. Check back for questions/topics you can answer/discuss in class (at the appropriate time), with friends and at home. Be sure to come to me with any questions and, as always, go forth and be awesome!

 

Carpe Diem!

 

~ Rohman

MORAL CHARACTER

 

Defined as: "...consist[ing] of the qualities--such as integrity, justice, caring, and respect--needed for successful interpersonal relationships and ethical behavior."*


 

Do the RIGHT THING.
 

 

What this looks like in class: 

 

  • Support each other's learning.

  • Assist when needed.

  • Do not demean your fellow scholars when they are struggling with understanding.

  • Use edifying words when speaking with your fellow scholars.

  • Treat others the way you would like to be treated. 

 

What else can we add to this list?

PERFORMANCE CHARACTER

 

Defined as: "...consisting of 'the qualities such as effort, diligence, perseverance, a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, ingenuity, and self-discipline needed to realize on'es potential for excellence in academics, co-curricular activities, the workplace, or any other area of endeavor.'"*

 

 

Do the HARD WORK.

 

 

What this looks like in class:

 

  • Follow all "Habits of Discussion".

  • Submit properly formatted work on time.

  • Be an active participant in your learning.

  • Focus during class time.

  • Keep proper record of standards based grades and continuously update.

  • Work hard to reach and surpass goals.

  • Keep an organized and updated notebook.

 

What else can we add to this list?

QUESTION: What do you think distinguishes moral character from performance character and vice versa?

 

QUESTION: Can one exist without the other? Should it?

CIVIC CHARACTER

Defined as: "...the knowledge, skills, virtues, and commitments necessary for engaged and responsible citizenship."*

Do SOMETHING GOOD and DO IT FOR SOMEONE ELSE.

What this looks like in class: 

 

  • Work as a team to reach an intended goal. 

  • Check in with each other.

  • Work well with others, regardless of personal feelings.

  • Think of other ways, aside from academics, to help out in the classroom.

  • Be aware of what is happening in your class and contribute positively.

 

What else can we add to this list?

What this looks like in the world: 

 

  • Volunteer your time.

  • Take care of your community. 

  • Search out a cause the you can be passionate about.

  • Contribute goods/services/finances when/where needed.

  • Get involved.

  • Be aware what is happening in your community.

  • Be aware of what is happening in this nation and abroad.

    • ​How does it affect you and others? Is there something you can do to make a difference?

 

What else can we add to this list?

QUESTION: True or False: Moral Character + Performance Character = Civic Character?

 

QUESTION: Should someone be rewarded for civic mindedness?

Cologne has developed a program of study that you will be participating in during Diversified Learning. During each session you will be studying the Core Virtues displayed prominently on the walls of the lunch room. These will help you develop your Moral Character which should be used to drive Performance Character.

"Performance Character must always be regulated by Moral Character to ensure that we do not do bad things in pursuit of our goals, and moral character always needs performance character to enable us to be effective in carrying out our good intentions."*

 

September
Respect and Responsibility

 

Welcome to your new building addition! A lot of exciting things occurred over the summer months and we have a brand new wing and gymnasium to show for it! 
Scholars will be meeting new teachers in their new classes and interacting with new classmates. 


Teachers will be on the lookout for students exhibiting Respect towards themselves, each other and the school building. We'll also be searching for students who are demonstrating Responsibility.

 

QUESTION: What do you do if you notice yourself/someone not behaving in respectful manner?

QUESTION: How does your behavior, outside of Cologne Academy, reflect on the school?

QUESTION: What can you do to ensure you are being a responsible scholar? How can you encourage your fellow scholars to be responsible?

Remember our class song: Regardless of the scoreboard, you can do anything that you work for!

QUESTION: Think about the lyrics to the song. How does Apollos' words exemplify Moral Character, Performance Character and/or Civic Character?




Everyone has the potential to succeed; Work hard to be the one that does.




*Credit
  Seider, S. (2012). Character Compass - How Powerful School Culture Can Point Students Toward Success. Cambridge, MA: Harvard Education Press.

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