Character Counts is a program that encompasses the pillars of Trustworthiness, Respect, Responsibility, Fairness, Caring, and Citizenship. At Rock Creek we teach, enforce, advocate and model these six pillars. Character Counts was designed as a character-development framework that can be implemented on many levels. It works in a single classroom as well as an entire school community.
We believe character can be taught and, if modeled correctly, students will have the tools to make good moral decisions in their lives.
Character Counts

Trustworthiness
Be Honest
Don’t deceive, cheat or steal
Be Reliable – Do what you say you’ll do
Have courage to do the right thing
Build a good reputation
Be loyal – Stand by your family, friend and country

Respect
Treat others with respect by following the Golden Rule
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
Be tolerant of others

Responsibility
Do what you are suppose 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
Play by the rules
Take turns and share
Be open-minded: Listen to others
Don’t blame others carelessly

Caring
Be kind
Be compassionate and show you care
Express Gratitude
Forgive others
Help people in need

Citizenship
Do your share to make your school and community better
Cooperate
Get involved in community affairs
Be a good neighbor
Obey laws and rules
Respect authority
Protect the environment
Volunteer
