The Counselor's Corner

The character education word for this week is patriotism.  Patriotism means love and loyal support for one's country.  Students were given an excellent opportunity to witness patriotism in action with the televised coverage of the Inauguration of our 44th President - President Barack Obama.  

According to our Changing Lives Character Education Program, Patriotism in School Means:
1.  I will recite the pledge of allegiance and respect the flag.
2.  I will respect school property.
3.  I will obey my teachers.
4.  I will follow school rules and regulations.

Careers in Focus:  National Guard and InfantryNational Guard members stand ready to protect the nation in case of attack and to aid Americans affected by earthquakes and other disasters.Infantry soldiers capture or destroy enemy forces on the ground during times of war; infantry officers lead the soldiers.

Quotable Quote:

"Let every nation know, whether it wishes us well or ill, that we shall pay any price, bear any burden, meet any hardship, support any friend, oppose any foe to assure the survival and the success of liberty."  John F. Kennedy