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Welcome to the CHARACTER COUNTS! in Stark County parenting site.  We are dedicated to assisting parents in the vital task of helping their children become responsible/good persons.  Please contact us with ideas, concerns or questions.

Check out www.charactercounts.org for additional ideas.

    TRUSTWORTHINESS
        Tell the truth—even when it is inconvenient
        Keep your promises—especially to your children
    RESPECT
        Treat others—including your children—the way you want to be treated
        Speak about others with respect
    RESPONSIBILITY
        Admit mistakes and accept consequences
        Insist that your children keep commitments at home,
             school and extracurricular activities
    FAIRNESS
        Set limits and stick by them for each child
        When imposing consequences, be sure they are consistent and caring
    CARING
        Model compassion and gratefulness for others
        Help people in need--volunteer with your children   
    CITIZENSHIP
        Obey the law in all matters—be a good neighbor
        Conserve energy and protect the environment