Character Education

WISD character education curriculum includes specific grade-level activities K-8, for each six weeks, emphasizing the development of the character traits. WHS emphasizes a character trait each six weeks with specific scheduled school-wide events. As part of the Wylie Independent School District's Character Education, the Wylie City Council honors Star Students who exemplify the character trait for each six weeks.

Character education events and projects are planned each year as part of the character education program to demonstrate Wylie's commitment to developing character in their young people. The program focuses on providing opportunities for students to exercise the six pillars of character - responsibility, respect, caring, trustworthiness, fairness, and citizenship.

Responsibility
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.

Respect
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.

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

Trustworthiness
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.

Fairness
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.

Citizenship
Do your share to make your school and community better. Cooperate. Stay informed; vote. Be a good neighbor. Obey laws and rules. Respect authority. Protect the environment.