Mr. Belfont Ryley Ms. Potter Ben Character Development During the Month of October we will focus on Responsibility This students at Mechanicsville Elementary will be learning about the value of responsibility at home, at school, with friends, and in the community. A responsible person is someone who takes charge of himself or herself and accepts the consequences of his or her actions, decisions, and words. Being responsible allows us to move forward in life, taking credit for our success and acknowledging our mistakes so we may learn from them. At home, you can help by giving your child specific responsibilities and discussing the importance of each family member pitching in to make the family unit run smoothly. Ask your child to think through the consequences of what would happen if no one did the laundry, took out the garbage, fixed meals, or earned money to pay the rent or mortgage. Responsibility is also the extension of respect. When we act responsibly, we are caring for others, paying attention to others, and responding to their needs. There are several ways to model responsible behavior: We must claim responsibility for our actions and choices, acknowledge and meet our obligations without being asked and consider the consequences for all people affected by our decisions. ultimate responsibility always lies within you, “The and opportunities are the ones you create.” Melissa Poe
Mr. Belfont Ryley Ms. Potter Ben Character Development During the Month of October we will focus on Responsibility This students at Mechanicsville Elementary will be learning about the value of responsibility at home, at school, with friends, and in the community. A responsible person is someone who takes charge of himself or herself and accepts the consequences of his or her actions, decisions, and words. Being responsible allows us to move forward in life, taking credit for our success and acknowledging our mistakes so we may learn from them. At home, you can help by giving your child specific responsibilities and discussing the importance of each family member pitching in to make the family unit run smoothly. Ask your child to think through the consequences of what would happen if no one did the laundry, took out the garbage, fixed meals, or earned money to pay the rent or mortgage. Responsibility is also the extension of respect. When we act responsibly, we are caring for others, paying attention to others, and responding to their needs. There are several ways to model responsible behavior: We must claim responsibility for our actions and choices, acknowledge and meet our obligations without being asked and consider the consequences for all people affected by our decisions. “The ultimate responsibility always lies within you, and opportunities are the ones you create.” Melissa Poe
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