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.

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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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5 Ways Parents Can Impact Student Success in School

Jul 23, 2025

Tips to support your child's academic success.

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Is It Ever OK for Teens to Lie?

Mar 03, 2025

Have you caught your teen lying? This is the information you need right now.

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Vote and Teach Your Teen Why They Should Vote Too

Oct 20, 2024

How to model civic responsibility and prepare your teens to vote.

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Strengthen Communication Using What You Know

Sep 04, 2024

Parents are the experts on their family’s unique values, beliefs, and surroundings and teens are the experts on their needs, desires, and goals.

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Giving Back is Key to Well-Being

Jun 17, 2024

Giving back teaches children important lessons and improves health.

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Managing Screen Time Together

Jan 02, 2024

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

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Category: Role Modeling

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