October 17 – 23, 2021
The biggest celebration of character in the world.
Every year since 1993, the U.S. President, U.S. Senate, state governors, and officials around the world proclaim the third week in October as CHARACTER COUNTS! Week.
Join us to celebrate good character, highlight character education efforts throughout the world, and recognize individuals and organizations who show good character.
On this page, you’ll find resources for:
- schools (broken down by grade level),
- families,
- and communities.
Plus, use the form below to share how you are celebrating CHARACTER COUNTS! Week.
#CharacterCountsWeek
Celebrate on your favorite social media platform!
Free resources for schools, families, and communtities!
Elementary School Resources
Each lesson may be adapted to fit your grade level needs.
Celebration
Ideas
K-5
Caring
Lesson
K-2
Fairness
Lesson
PK-1
Trustworthiness Lesson
K-1
Caring
Lesson
K-2
Trustworthiness Lesson
2-3
Respect
Lesson
3-5
Fairness
Lesson
3-5
Responsibility Lesson
3-5
Trustworthiness Lesson
4-5
Middle School Resources
Each lesson may be adapted to fit your grade level needs.
Celebration
Ideas
Citizenship
Lesson
Trustworthiness
Lesson
Citizenship
Lesson
Growth-Mindset
Lesson
Goal Achievement Lesson
High School Resources
Each lesson may be adapted to fit your grade level needs.
Celebration
Ideas
Trustworthiness
Lesson
Responsibility
Lesson
Decision-Making
Lesson
Fairness
Lesson
Goal Achievement Lesson
Family Resources
Family
Activities
K-5
Family Guide
6-8
Family Guide
9-12
Family Guide
Community Resources
CHARACTER COUNTS! Week Proclamations for cities and states
CHARACTER COUNTS! Week Spotlight
Downey, CA
Buffalo, NY
Bolivia
Tulare County, CA
School Principal Allison Box, from Downey, CA shares why her school celebrates CHARACTER COUNTS! Week: