People of Character Profiles
Based on The Six Pillars and Their Corresponding Traits


The people of character profiles found in the 2008-'09 CHARACTER COUNTS! School Agendas (click here for people of character list) offer inspirational stories of individuals who have been matched to the Six Pillars of Character and corresponding traits outlined below in the defined pillar colors.

They, along with the pillar definitions and exercises, are intended to be used as lesson ideas for teachers and parents/guardians to help implement or reinforce the CHARACTER COUNTS! program.

Our unique people of character profiles also serve as excellent resources to support other character education curricula for grades K-12. Many schools, regardless of their chosen character education curricula, use our agendas as a foundation for their school/school district programs.



Trustworthiness (Integrity, Honesty, Reliability, Loyalty)
Be honest • Don’t deceive, cheat, or steal • Be reliable — do what you say you’ll do • Have the courage to do the right thing • Build a good reputation • Be loyal — stand by your family, friends, and country
Respect (Golden Rule, Tolerance and Acceptance, Nonviolence, Courtesy)
Treat others with respect; follow the Golden Rule • Be tolerant of differences • Use good manners, not bad language • Be considerate of the feelings of others • Don’t threaten, hit, or hurt anyone • Deal peacefully with anger, insults, and disagreements
Responsibility (Duty, Accountability, Pursue Excellence, Self-Control)
Do what you are supposed to do • Persevere: keep on trying! • Always do your best • Use self-control • Be self-disciplined • Think before you act — consider the consequences • Be accountable for your choices
Fairness (Fairness and Justice, Openness)
Play by the rules • Take turns and share • Be open-minded; listen to others • Don’t take advantage of others
• Don’t blame others carelessly
Caring (Concern for Others, Charity)
Be kind • Be compassionate and show you care • Express gratitude • Forgive others • Help people in need
Citizenship (Do Your Share, Respect Authority and Law)
Do your share to make your school and community better • Cooperate • Get involved in
community affairs • Stay informed; vote• Be a good neighbor • Obey laws and rules
• Respect authority • Protect the environment

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