Counselor’s Corner...

Counselor’s Corner

Sow a thought, and you reap an act;

Sow an act, and you reap a habit;

Sow a habit, and you reap a character;

Sow a character, and you reap a destiny. 

By Samuel Smiles

Character development is essential in helping students to reach their full potential.  Our students are learning the importance of character through teacher led discussions of the book 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens by Sean Covey.   These 7 habits that are common to successful and happy teens are:

Habit 1:  Be Proactive

Take responsibility for your life.

Habit 2: Begin with the End in Mind

Define your mission and goals in life.

Habit 3: Put First Things First

Prioritize, and do the most important things first.

Habit 4: Think Win-Win

Have an everyone-can-win attitude.

Habit 5: Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood

Listen to people sincerely.

Habit 6: Synergize

Work together to achieve more.

Habit 7: Sharpen the Saw

Renew yourself regularly.