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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The Parenting Style That Will Make You an Effective Parent

May 22, 2026

Consider a parenting style that is tried and tested and that we know works, generation after generation. 

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How a Community Can Impact a Teen

May 18, 2026

Many people think they understand life in rural Appalachia, but they only get part of the story. This region is full of strong families, caring adults, and communities that raise their children together.

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Where to Find Other Parents To Be Friends

May 15, 2026

You can’t always choose your actual neighbors, but you can choose the people you let into your village of choice, who share your values and where you help each other raise your teens.

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Building Success from Strengths

May 04, 2026

Help teens become their best selves.

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When Should You Let Your Child Get a Smartphone?

Apr 22, 2026

It's hard to know the right time to give your child their own cellphone, but research guides us to an answer.

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Release the Tension

Apr 22, 2026

While you can’t stop stress, you can build in release valves so the stress doesn’t overwhelm you.

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