5th_6th Grade YES You Can...Commit to Character!

You can and should apologize. When you’ve broken someone’s trust, however, consequences remain. It takes time and effort in practicing good character to repair that relationship. Understand, that while you cannot completely reset every action, mistakes can be corrected and offenses can be forgiven.

If students respond during this segment with a religious viewpoint, supporting their personal belief will show inclusiveness and that all views are respected.

 A classmate with a disability is rejected from your group and you do nothing. How do you think that person feels being publically humiliated and excluded? [That person’s feelings were probably crushed.]

How would you feel knowing they had been bullied and you didn’t stand up for them? [By not standing up for them, you might have felt regretful knowing you missed an opportunity to stand up for someone who needed your support.]

What could you have done differently? [You could have stepped out of your comfort zone; insisted they be included; or joined them yourself, forming a new group.]

How do you think a friend could encourage someone if he/she is making a bad choice? [Carefully point out the consequences and express that you would not want to see your friend hurt.]

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