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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Getting Teens to Think More About Others

Jun 29, 2020

Ideas to promote your teen’s ability to care about others.

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Raising Youth of Color in a Complex World

Jun 03, 2020

Strategies to build resilience in the context of racism.

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Category: Resilience

3 Ways to Help Teens Recognize Personal Heroes During the Pandemic

May 28, 2020

Strategies to identify and acknowledge heroes that have emerged during the COVID-19 crisis.

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How to Help Your Teen Maintain Friendships While Social Distancing

May 21, 2020

Seven ways to support your teen’s ability to connect with friends during the coronavirus health pandemic.

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Category: Resilience

Getting Teens to Play Vital Roles in Their Communities

May 20, 2020

Teens do better in school when they get involved in their communities. This is how to boost their engagement.

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Be a Model for Navigating Uncertainty

Apr 30, 2020

Important things parents and caregivers must do to support teens during uncertain times.

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