Student & Family Programs

 

Character First for Students and Families

Many problems in today′s classroom can be traced to a lack of character—bullying, tardiness, disrespect for teachers, cheating, vandalism, profanity, and drug abuse—all of which hinder student achievement, school safety, and public confidence.

The Character First education program trains teachers, parents, and youth workers how to integrate character into daily lessons and activities, how to reinforce positive behaviors, and how to correct inappropriate behavior in youth of all ages. The teaching curriculum supplies a wealth of age-appropriate illustrations, activities, applications, and object lessons.

Who should use Character First?

  • Colleges & Universities
  • Elementary, Middle, and High Schools
  • Public, Private, and Charter Schools
  • After-School Youth Programs
  • Youth Sport Leagues
  • Martial Arts and Gymnastic Academies
  • Families & Churches

What′s next? 

Call 877-357-0001 to speak with an education specialist. Also check out some of the Student & Family results and a detailed study on character education.

36 Character Qualities

The Character First Education curriculum is organized into four series—each series includes nine character qualities—for a total of 36 carefully selected traits.

Most schools focus on one character quality per month, so a series of curriculum can easily fit one school year. With many resources to choose from, let an education specialist help you find the curriculum best suited for your needs and values.

Series 1 Series 2 Series 3 Series 4
Attentiveness 
Responsibility Diligence Dependability
Obedience Patience Loyalty Thoroughness
Truthfulness Initiative Hospitality Determination
Gratefulness Self-Control Sensitivity Thriftiness
Generosity Punctuality Enthusiasm Availability
Orderliness Resourcefulness Flexibility Deference
Forgiveness Tolerance Discernment  
Compassion
Sincerity Creativity Cautiousness  
Persuasiveness
Virtue Discretion Boldness Wisdom