Arizona will be a leader and model state for character education by: providing voluntary education and training on the core values of trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring and citizenship to educators, leaders of youth nonprofit organizations, children and their families in Arizona. This will be made possible through collaborations with businesses, educators, community organizations, the State of Arizona, state and local agencies that deal with parents and youth, youth sports programs and all stakeholders that work with youth.
Character Education Defined
Character education teaches universally-accepted values, such as trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring and citizenship, and motivates youth to incorporate these values into their lives. Character education should be non-partisan and non-religious.
Mission
To inspire and support educators, parents and others who touch the lives of youth and to instill in youth the traits of positive character.
Vision
To develop youth to act and live with positive character values.
What You Should Know…
- 2010 Character Education Survey Results!
- Tax-credit Information
Help support character education efforts at the school of your choice by designating your School Tax-Credit to character education! - Character Education application information
