Core Concepts: Self-Discipline Training and control of one's self and one's behavior, usually for personal improvement

 Grade Range: Middle School

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Training of one's self for improvement and striving for strength to do what we ought even when we would rather not The student will be able to:
  • state beliefs and stand up for those beliefs in all situations
  • understand need to complete intermediate steps to get to final goal
  • obey rules in social settings
  • set priorities
 Have students:
  • engage in simulation activities and consider these questions: What would you do if...? Is response different with peers that it would be with parents?
  • realize that hours of practice and perseverance in activities such as swimming or music lead to team or individual success
  • discuss completing homework before video games and TV
  • engage in social experiences to practice what they have learned
  • discuss curfews