Our Program - the specifics...

First, we introduce the concept of "Work Ethic," and the importance this concept plays in the
outcomes within each of our lives. We then introduce the fundamental concept of "what"  vs.
"who" they are. "What" they are is defined by their occupation, relationships, and related external
issues. "Who" they are is defined by the values they adopt. This is the foundation of
"Self-ownership."

Second, we introduce to concept of "Self-ownership." This concept opens the student to the
understanding that they alone are in control of their own thoughts, deeds, and actions. Once
internalized, excuses for non performance are no longer valid, and the student is provided with a
structure they can accept and live their lives within.

Third, as students understand they have freedom of choice, they must understand this freedom
carries responsibility, to themselves as well as others. We address this with the core values given
in our "Top Ten Pillars of Character Education." These core values form the framework for positive
decision making - or, "Who" they are as individuals. Our program works well with Character
Counts pillars as well, though our program is much more comprehensive in scope.

Why do we have TEN pillars? Because we think that Work Ethic, Honesty, Courage, and
Duty, the four pillars that aren't included in other programs are extremely important to
character development.

Fourth, with self-ownership and positive core values established, "Tolerance of Others" extends
this framework to include other individuals as well.

An optional bonus, but not mandatory for administering this program, use our
Discussion Modules (see "Lesson Plans" and "Program Management") for maximum
impact.

Teachers and administrators (of all socially related organizations) need reference points when addressing
individuals. Our global approach to character education provides them with these necessary reference points. For
more on our concept, please read our "Philosophy Statement."

Our Physical Support Materials

First, use our treatment of "Work Ethic" (click here) to get the program
started. Place our posters and banners in your classrooms and on the
outside walls.

Second, by displaying the phrase "I Am Who I Choose To Be" (and the
two supplemental posters shown on home page) in classrooms or
elsewhere as vinyl banners, individuals will internalize the rights and
abilities of self-ownership. The vinyl banners are offered in a range of
sizes and/or sets, suitable for different applications. We offer complete
poster sets at a price greatly reduced from what they would be
individually. We also offer "locker stickers" - can you imagine 800 (give
or take) lockers being opened with "I Am Who I Choose To Be!" being a
greeting for each students!

Third, the core values necessary for responsible freedom are
represented by our "The Top Ten Pillars of Character Education"
posters. These posters are written to extend these core values to others
as well as the targeted individual. These pillars are offered on one
poster, or bundled individually as "poster sets" to be arranged for your
individual setting. Our program works well with Character Counts
materials if you have already adopted them within your organization.
Our "Pillar" posters are included in the complete classroom poster set.

Fourth, our "Tolerance of Others" poster sets are visual reminders of
the acceptance and appreciation of one another as unique individuals.
These are also part of the complete poster set.

Fifth, use our Discussion Modules (see "Lesson Plans" and "Program
Management") for maximum impact. Please review these, as they are
thorough and exciting to use as discussion modules. Note, the use of
these lesson plans is not mandatory for administrating this program.


  • Use our materials and lesson plans as your primary Character
    Education program, or to augment any existing programs you
    currently have in place.

  • We also offer our posters as complete classroom sets at a much
    lower price than if purchased separately. These are extremely
    affordable.


  • Greater unity will be created within your organizations' population.

  • Internalization of all related aspects of "Character Education." and
    the creation of SYNERGY, the magic that makes your campus
    happen...

  • Your sports teams will display an increase in attitude and
    performance.

  • Teach the academic "Standards" to a more receptive population.
"As a teacher, it seems obvious that many students do not take responsibility for their own
thoughts or actions. To solve this issue they first need to define 'what' vs. 'who' they are.  
See a portion (9:27) of this "Change" lecture by hitting the yellow box at top left of the
home page with your cursor - a small portion of the "What vs. Who" portion of our program
is contained within this representative sampler.

"A students' relationship to core values defines 'who' they are.
As evidence of this misplacement of personal responsibility, students tend to place
responsibility for poor social and academic performance on other individuals, be it their
parents or friends, or on situations such as family problems, poverty, or language barriers.

"Language barriers have always existed, and always will. Even beginning intermediate
English language learners can grasp this program with a BICS level of development - and the
verbiage of the "Change" lecture is intended to be grasped with limited proficiency in the
English language.

"By taking ownership through decisions to adopt a positive framework of values, individuals
take ownership of their lives - this is the basis of 'Self-ownership.'

"This approach, supported by 'Work Ethic,' 'Core Values,' (the Pillars) and 'Tolerance,'
along with our physical support materials as continuous visual reminders - and our free lesson
plans and free Power Point lecture downloads  - add depth and dimension to the Character
Education and Development learning process."

This program will cause an immediate and tangible change in the perspective of everyone in
your school community.

Thank you for taking an interest in our program. We hope you will now take action as well.

Dave Carey
Founder of Making Positive Choices
BA, MA, Teacher, also qualified to teach LD as well as ESL students.

Please explore our concept in depth by hitting the blue buttons at the top and side of this (and
most other) page with your cursor. If you have any questions or input, please email us at:
info@makingpositivechoices.com
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For "Program Management", click here.
Student Retention * Work Ethic * Self ownership * Core Values * Tolerance * Lesson Plans
We supply you with lesson plans, lectures on Power Point, support
materials, and everything else you need to change your campus culture.
Please,
forward our
web site
address to all
other
Administrators
in your
"circle."
"Change must come from within the individual..."
Glossary of Terms (click here) - for those readers of this
web site who are from social organizations not involved directly
with the field of "Education." This program is applicable in
every situation where internal positive change is needed...