Building Character

Character is about having strong values and morals. It’s about being a good person, even when no one is watching. Learn ways to nurture those strengths of character known to build happy, healthy, successful young people.

Essential Reads

Pulitzer Prize-Winning Journalist on Why Being a Student Reporter Builds Character

Jun 16, 2022

A hidden path to building character: being a reporter.

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Building Resilience: The 7 Cs

Sep 04, 2018

The 7 essential ingredients supporting teens to thrive.

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Category: Resilience

Building Character in Teens

Sep 04, 2018

Learn how to support your teen to do the right thing, even when nobody is looking.

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Category: Resilience

How Parents’ Calm Impacts Teen Behavior

Sep 04, 2018

Keeping a calm state of mind impacts your teen's ability to make good decisions.

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Category: Role Modeling

Managing Screen Time Together

Sep 04, 2018

Small digital screens can have a big influence on family life.

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Category: Role Modeling

6 Ways to Reveal Teen Strengths

Sep 04, 2018

Learn how to identify and nurture your teen's strengths.

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Encouraging Teen Contribution

Sep 04, 2018

Encouraging teens to give back to boost resilience.

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Category: Resilience

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