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Mar
27

Character Education Improves Grades

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During the 2004-2005 school year, schools which had been designated Character Plus Schools as provided by House Bill 946, reported the following results:

  • Improved TAKS scores——————–39%
  • Improved local grades———————45%
  • Fewer Discipline Referrals—————66%
  • Improved Attendance———————–33%

SOURCE: TEA’s 2005 Comprehensive Annual
Report of Public Schools to the 79th Legislature

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Building Good Citizens for Texas is being adopted by more Texas schools and districts across Texas because it is teacher-friendly. Some of the benefits to teachers, counselors, administrators and paraprofessionals are:

1. It is an integrative implementation design – no lesson plans required. The emphasis on each character trait is an integral part of the discipline plan; in other words, it is just part of the school climate, what teachers are doing on a daily basis.

2. Students are recognized for appropriate choices, doing what is right, and acting responsibly.

3. Because students are more responsible, academic achievement is improved, and TAKS results increase.

4. With effective Character Education in place, enhanced school safety, and positive school atmosphere lead to fewer discipline referrals, more teaching time, and less stress for teachers.

5. Building Good Citizens for Texas encourages active community participation, leading to better communication with parents and other stakeholders.

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