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Character Counts

The Merced Union High School District is committed to character education as a means of teaching the whole student and promoting positive climate on sites and in the classrooms. Their leadership is committed to fostering the development of character by infusing classrooms and extra-curricular activities with a common language and set of behavioral expectations based on the six pillars of Character Counts.

Six Pillars of Character Counts
Trustworthiness Respect Responsibility Fairness Caring Citizenship
Be honest, reliable, and mindful of your own good reputation.
Have the courage to do the right thing.
Treat others with respect.
Use good manners. Be considerate and tolerant of differences.
Deal peacefully with anger, insults and disagreements.
Do your best and do what you are supposed to do. Make wise choices and hold yourself accountable. Exercise self-discipline. Be open-minded and listen to others. Play by the rules, take turns and share. Take advantage of no one and blame no one carelessly. Be helpful, compassionate and kind. Express gratitude. Forgive others and yourself. Come prepared. Participate and cooperate willingly. Be positive and honor the rules.

Merced Union High School District
3430 “A” Street
Atwater. CA 95301
209-385-6400
http://www.muhsd.k12.ca.us/18791076171923603/site/default.asp

 

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