Core Values at Huron Academy

Huron Academy endorses the continuing need for character education in the nation’s schools. Knowing that character drives personal, professional and civic decisions, we realize that character education programs are most effective when they are developed in concert with the local school community. We will provide such an opportunity here at Huron Academy.

I.  TRUSTWORTHINESS – being worthy of trust, honor and confidence in all relationships. 
· Honesty (truthful, sincere, non-deceptive, candid, not cheating) 
· Integrity (morally courageous, principled) 
· Promise-keeping (dependable, reliable) 
· Loyalty (faithful, allegiant, supportive, maintains confidences)   

II.  RESPECT – demonstrating regard for the dignity, worth and autonomy of all person (including self)
· Trusting others with courtesy, civility, politeness
· Tolerating other’s beliefs 
· Accepting individual differences without prejudice 
· Refraining from violence, coercion, intimidation  

III.  RESPONSIBILITY – acknowledging and living up to duties to others and self. 
· Accountability (answerable for consequences of decisions) 
· Pursuit of excellence (diligent, industriousness, perseverant) 
· Self-discipline (self-control, restraint)   

IV.  JUSTICE AND FAIRNESS
· Making decisions on appropriate factors (impartiality, avoidance of conflicts of interest) 
· Commitment to equity and equality
· Openness to information and ideas 
· Reasonableness 
· Due process 
· Consistency