Better Self-Esteem in Just One Week!

Character Counts!, a national organization that provides character education materials and training for groups, teams, and schools, has announced the dates for the annual “Character Counts! Week.”
Thousands of schools and organizations around the country with host special events on October 18th – 24th to celebrate this special occasion. The week focuses on children and the adults that serve as role models in their lives.
Students will make crafts like beaded bracelets, posters, books, and t-shirts that illustrate the “6 Pillars of Character.” These pillars represent the most important traits, according to Character Counts!
When they’re not being artsy, boys and girls will have character-building exercises disguised as games. Obstacle courses and trust falls pave the way for students to learn character and leadership in a fun atmosphere.

Most groups plan to have guest speaker give life stories challenges to all the children as well. Senators, past presidents, athletes, entertainers, teachers, and coaches have all volunteered to use their voice to make a difference in the kids’ loves all across the nation during this special week.

Anyone can go on the website and register to be a part of the program. Just fill out some information, and Character Counts! will send you everything you need to plan a successful event.

The organization provides everything from crafts and activity ideas, to prizes and party favors for kids, to t-shirts and other apparel, to lists of names of potential people who can contribute to the week.

In my opinion, this is an amazing opportunity for people to get involved in making a difference in the community. Anyone can serve as a role model, and one day out of your life could make a world of difference to a child. Something as simple as serving them drinks with a smile or helping them string character bracelets can have a huge impact on the importance of positive character traits in their lives.

But it doesn’t stop there.

I know whenever I serve someone else, I have a warm, fuzzy sense of accomplishment, and all the people I know say the same thing. You feel good about yourself when you do something kind for other people!

So, if you’re looking for another way to increase you confidence level, to get a perspective check on your life, or just to make a difference, Character Counts! week is a great place to start.