Stay in the loop — sign up for newsletters and updates.

Email address:
Please re-type to confirm:  
Select the ones you'd like to receive:
Michael Josephson Commentary — inspiration and insight on ethical living (weekly)
Pursuing Victory With Honor — sportsmanship news and helpful tips (monthly)
CHARACTER COUNTS! Character Educator — character education news and tips (monthly)
Updates and offers. Occasional emails about new programs, contests, grants, and more.

NOTE: We will never share your email address, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

What’s Happening


Invest three days this summer. Enjoy the benefits all year long.

Our professional development gives you the tools to improve classroom management, student achievement, and your whole school climate. Save a seat in a Character Development Seminar near you:

Dept. of Education

Grant opportunities for character educators

We've posted three new ways for you to fund your CC! program. But you'll have to act fast — all application deadlines are this month.
Learn more and apply »


The Character Show

New CC! school assembly: "The Character Show"

Obediah Thomas, of the children's performance troupe Razzle Bam Boom, puts on a lively, toe-tapping show to help elementary school students learn about the Six Pillars.
Learn more »    See all our Six-Pillar Partners »


Report Card on the Ethics of American Youth

Receive a free report on your students' ethics

High schools from select eastern states can still participate in our biennial survey of American teenagers. See how your school's results compare to national averages.
Sign up now »    See the 2010 Report Card »


CHARACTER COUNTS! Week

More CC! Week resources now online

It's the biggest celebration of character worldwide. Educators and youth-service leaders everywhere will help students volunteer, paint murals, perform random acts of kindness, and learn about the Six Pillars of Character. And we provide all the materials — free.
Register now »    Learn more »


City of Downey

This city is on the road to character

Downey, California, has named its streets after the Six Pillars of Character. Read this article and others in our Character Educator Blog.
Subscribe to the newsletter »


We shape our own character

Character may determine our fate, but character is not determined by fate. Read about taking control of your character in Institute president Michael Josephson's What Will Matter blog.
Mobile app »   Email newsletter »   Podcast »


CHARACTER COUNTS! School Agendas

2012-2013 CHARACTER COUNTS! School Agendas

Great for implementing CC! in the classroom and home, these student planners (grades K - college) feature 48 compelling lesson plans. Designed to inspire kids by example and improve your school climate. Ask this partner about their new Price Pledge policy. 
Order now »
    Read more »


Flip through the latest catalog

Check out our newest character education resources, including illustrated posters and folders, street signs, and more. Want a paper catalog? Go here.
Shop online »


2010 Report Card on the Ethics of American Youth: Bullying and other at-risk behavior

Bullying stops here

Our anti-bullying workshops teach you how to intervene, combat cyberbullying, and improve your school climate. Use our proven strategies to keep the bullies at bay. Learn more »


Tus Valores Cuentan

Puerto Rico is promoting the seis pilares

An island-wide initiative is improving government, education, and sports programs. Read more »