Life Skills

Be Safe, Be Respectful, Be Responsible, Be an Ally

Silveira's Life Skill Program is an essential part of our students’ education. The guiding philosophy behind Life Skills is that children need to learn and practice positive character traits alongside their academic skills. Through repetition, discussions in the classrooms, assembly reinforcement, and morning announcements, it is our hope that students begin to embed them in their daily routines both at school and at home. At home, it is very much worth discussing with your children the specific life skill associated with each month.

There is much evidence that character education not only helps the child’s social development, but also with his/her academic success as well.

2018-2019 Life Skills

September: Respect

October: Inclusiveness

November: Teamwork

December: Generosity

January: Digital Citizenship

February: Integrity

March: Courage

April: Flexibility

May: Perseverance

June: Sense of Humor

In addition, one of our most creative teachers, Lynda MacMillan, handcrafted Life Skill banners for each month. They will hang in our MPR when construction is complete.