Middle school students in Queensland, Australia are not just living by the Six Pillars, they’re living under them. Whitsunday Anglican School purchased special Six Pillar banners to display in their new Middle School precinct.

Chris French, head of the middle school, shared in his students’ enthusiasm for the new banners when they arrived. "The students were so excited,” he said.

The CHARACTER COUNTS! framework is evident in the language used by everyone from educators to parents. Students have each other to thank – they are the driving force behind CC! programs and activities for the school. Beyond the new signs, the initiative has offered morning character announcements, assemblies and chapel times centered on Pillar themes, and a noticeable reduction in negative behavior.