Core Virtues

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Core Virtues

Consistent with mission of Monument Academy, each month a Core Virtue is emphasized to all grade levels. Students become familiar with the meaning of the virtue and its place in their personal life choices. Students may learn about famous people who exhibited a specific virtue.

Students attend month Core Virtue Assemblies which may include skits, films, discussion, special speakers or performing groups, writing, or service projects. Core virtue topics are integrated into daily classroom discussions, as well.

Courage

Doing what is right in the face of fear.

Humility

Avoiding the temptation to exaggerate our own abilities and underestimate those of others.

Patience

Having the ability to wait peacefully and calmly.

Forgiveness

Finding it in your heart to pardon or excuse and freeing yourself from anger and the other from guilt.

Integrity/Honesty

Learning what is right and wrong and choosing to do what is right while exhibiting truth in character.

Self-Control/Self-Discipline

Being able to manage our words, actions, and emotions properly, by our own initiative and without supervision.

Gratitude

Thankfulness for the gift of life and the gifts in life.

Diligence/Perseverance

Working your very hardest and staying with a task until it is completed, even when it is unplesant or difficult.

Respect

Treating others politely and kindly with high regard, regardless of their race, their place, or the color of their face.

Responsibility

Doing your part for the groups that make us whole.

Compassion

Observing an unspoken, heartfelt need, having sympathy, and helping others.

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