KAGAN CHARACTER POSTERS
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These character traits are to be used in conjunction with your weekly ICE assignments.  You need to choose two traits and provide support your choice with facts directly from the article and your opinion!  (Decent human beings should adhere to these principles anyhow!  Strive to be decent! )

CARING
•	Show compassion
•	Express your love
•	Share with those in need
•	Be patient with others 
•	Treat others kindly

CITIZENSHIP
•	Obey the laws and rules
•	Know your rights and responsibilities
•	Participate in your community
•	Be a good neighbor
•	Keep informed

COOPERATION
•	Be a team player
•	Work toward shared goals
•	Offer help
•	Increase the peace
•	Compromise

COURAGE
•	Face your fears
•	Stand up for what’s right
•	Avoid peer pressure
•	Dare to be different
•	Be brave

FAIRNESS
•	Treat others fairly
•	Play by the rules
•	Don’t cheat yourself or others
•	Be a good sport
•	Avoid prejudice and discrimination

GOOD JUDGEMENT
•	Consider alternative solutions
•	Weigh consequences
•	Don’t rush to judgment
•	Collect information
•	Seek advice

HONESTY
•	Don’t lie or stretch the truth
•	Tell the whole truth
•	Know yourself
•	Be genuine and sincere
•	Say what you mean

INTEGRITY
•	Be true to yourself
•	Practice what you preach
•	Let your conscience be your guide
•	Act consistently
•	Polish your principles

LEADERSHIP
•	Take charge
•	Blaze your own trail
•	Be a positive role model
•	Inspire others to their best
•	Communicate a shared vision

LOYALTY
•	Be faithful to your friends
•	Devote yourself to your family
•	Stick to your beliefs
•	Defend your country and the constitution
•	Don’t be a traitor

PERSERVERENCE
•	Stick to it
•	Strive for excellence
•	Persist in the face of setbacks
•	Set and reach high goals
•	Overcome obstacles
RESPECT
•	Follow the “Golden Rule”
•	Respect your mind and body
•	Show consideration for all living beings
•	Respect the environment
•	Celebrate diversity

RESPONSIBILITY
•	Honor your commitments
•	Fulfill your obligations
•	Be dependable
•	Be accountable for your actions
•	Take care of those in need

UNDERSTANDING
•	Seek to know others
•	Suspend judgment
•	Walk in someone else’s shoes
•	Listen with an open mind and heart
•	Sympathize with others

SELF-DISCIPLINE
•	Set priorities and stay on task
•	Avoid harmful temptations
•	Look before you leap
•	Practice moderation
•	Delay gratification