Character Education

Character EducationRespect

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Definition of RespectHow do YOU define respect?

How does your AGENDA define respect?

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Respect RapFollow along with the lyrics to the song!

Feel free to join in!

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Class Discussion: What are some examples of respect discussed in the Respect Rap?

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Respect in our SchoolIn groups (record on your chart!)Brainstorm a list of disrespectful behaviors that you have observed at school. Who/What is hurt by these behaviors?How does this affect you?What is a different (better) way of behaving?

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Respect in our SchoolCompare and contrast answers as a whole class.

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How Respectful are you?Complete the survey.Class Discussion:Is it difficult to ALWAYS be respectful?

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Ways to Show RespectBrainstorm Race!On one sheet of paper, race to see which team can make the longest list of ways to show respect at home, school and in the community.You have about 4 minutes!Ready Set Go!

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20 Ways to Show Respect(in case you couldnt come up with any! )Do not interrupt someone when they are talking.Acknowledge others when you see them.Be considerate.Be on time for meetings, appointments, work, class, or any important event. Allow people to have their privacy.

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6. Treat other people the way you would want to be treated.7. Always use manners.8. Call people by their appropriate names(Mrs., Mr., Dr., etc.)9. Make eye contact when you are speaking with someone, but make sure its a comfortable contact.10. Ask permission to do things instead of telling someone.

20 Ways to Show Respect(in case you couldnt come up with any! )

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11. Remove hats during prayer and or when the National Anthem is being played. 12. Give people your undivided attention when speaking with them.13. Smile at people in a friendly way.14. Do not assume anything about a person based on their race, income level, or gender.15. Be fair and give people what they deserve.

20 Ways to Show Respect(in case you couldnt come up with any! )

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16. Keep promises you make.17. Encourage people when they are down instead of tearing them down.18. Give people time to say what they want to say.19. Be sensitive to others thoughts and feelings.20. Do not talk about people behind their backs.

20 Ways to Show Respect(in case you couldnt come up with any! )

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Golden RuleRESPECT CHALLENGEWrite a respect goal for yourself on the GOLD STAR! Hang it on or in your locker as a daily reminder!

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