Welcome!
After teaching for 28 years, I can say that there is nothing more important than teaching our children to build good character. I tell my students that each of us have strong traits and weak traits. These are things we have to work on all our lives. Be proud of the strengths, and always work on the weaknesses.
Each month at Vandora Springs, we emphasize a character trait. Please help to instill these in your child as well.
September: Responsibility
Being dependable in carrying out obligations and duties. Showing reliability and consistency in words and conduct. Being accountable for your own actions.
October: Respect
Showing high regard for authority,for other people, for self, for property, and for country. Understanding that all people have value as human beings.
November: Courage
Having the determination to do the right thing even when others don't ; the strength to follow your conscience rather than the crowd. Attempting difficult things that are worthwhile.
December: Kindness
Being considerate, courteous, helpful, and understanding of others. Showing care, compassion, friendship, and generosity. Treating others as you would like to be treated.
January: Self-Discipline
Demonstrating hard work. Refraining from inappropriate behaviors. Being in proper control of your words and actions. Doing your best in all situations.
February: Integrity
Having the inner strength to be truthful, trustworthy, and honest in all things.
March: Perseverance
Being persistent with accomplishing goals inspite of difficultly, opposition, or discouragement. Being patient, and not giving up even after mistakes or failures.
April: Good Judgement
Choosing worthy goals and setting proper priorities. Thinking through the consequences of your actions. Basing decisions on practical wisdon and good sense.
May: Review of all traits
Each month at Vandora Springs, we emphasize a character trait. Please help to instill these in your child as well.
September: Responsibility
Being dependable in carrying out obligations and duties. Showing reliability and consistency in words and conduct. Being accountable for your own actions.
October: Respect
Showing high regard for authority,for other people, for self, for property, and for country. Understanding that all people have value as human beings.
November: Courage
Having the determination to do the right thing even when others don't ; the strength to follow your conscience rather than the crowd. Attempting difficult things that are worthwhile.
December: Kindness
Being considerate, courteous, helpful, and understanding of others. Showing care, compassion, friendship, and generosity. Treating others as you would like to be treated.
January: Self-Discipline
Demonstrating hard work. Refraining from inappropriate behaviors. Being in proper control of your words and actions. Doing your best in all situations.
February: Integrity
Having the inner strength to be truthful, trustworthy, and honest in all things.
March: Perseverance
Being persistent with accomplishing goals inspite of difficultly, opposition, or discouragement. Being patient, and not giving up even after mistakes or failures.
April: Good Judgement
Choosing worthy goals and setting proper priorities. Thinking through the consequences of your actions. Basing decisions on practical wisdon and good sense.
May: Review of all traits