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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Important Ways Parents Matter to Teens

Sep 04, 2018

Teens need your guidance more than ever.

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Category: Role Modeling

Helping Teens Gain Control

Sep 04, 2018

Put teens in the driver seat to build resilience.

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Category: Resilience

Developing Competence in Teens

Sep 04, 2018

Make the most of teachable moments to offer teens new skills.

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Category: Resilience

The Importance of Mentors for Teens

Sep 04, 2018

Uncover the benefits of adult mentors and how to set your teen up with a positive role model.

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Category: Role Modeling

Teaching Teens Coping Skills

Sep 04, 2018

Guide teens to deal with challenges successfully.

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Category: Resilience

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