The Positivity Project
at Briarcliff Elementary
March Newsletter
Check out all the great things we have been doing at Briarcliff for the Positivity Project! So far, we have learned about the following character traits: Curiosity, Team Work, Open-Mindedness, Integrity, Perspective, Creativity, Bravery, Gratitude, Kindness, Humility, Self-Control, Perseverance, Hope, Prudence, Social Intelligence, Love, and Enthusiasm. We have also learned about 3 of the 5 guiding principles of the Other People Matter Mindset. Ask your child(ren) to share with you some of the ways they have demonstrated the previously mentioned character strengths. Look below to check out the character strengths we will be learning about during the month of March!
Week of March 3 - March 9
Other People Matter: Cheering Others' Success
This week, we will spend time learning about the 4th Guiding Principle of the Other People Matter mindset. We will be learning about Cheering Others' Success. This principle means we are happy for others and we cheer them on when they find success.
https://youtu.be/do3i2rP5-Q0
Week of March 10 - March 16
Click on the link below to learn more about the character trait Love of Learning. Here you will find information about what it means to have a love of learning and why it matters. You will also find quotes on love of learning as well as how people are described who have this strength and how they think, feel, or behave.
Week of March 17 - March 23
Forgiveness
You forgive those who have done wrong. You accept that people make mistakes.
https://youtu.be/GM3yagKHkIw
Click on the link below to learn more about the character trait of Forgiveness. Here you will find information about what it means to forgive and why it matters. You will also find quotes on forgiveness as well as how people are described who have this strength and how they think, feel, or behave.
Week of March 24 - March 30
Fairness
You believe that all people have value. You approach situations with an unbiased mindset and treat everyone with respect.
6 Ways to Teach Your Children Fairness
Here is a great family centered article with activities to teach children fairness.
Click on the link below to learn more about the character trait of Fairness. Here you will find information about what it means to be fair and why it matters. You will also find quotes on fairness as well as how people are described who have this strength and how they think, feel, or behave.
The Positivity Project at Briarcliff Elementary
Email: bbenton@wcpss.net
Website: https://www.wcpss.net/briarcliffes
Location: 1220 Pond Street, Cary, NC, USA
Phone: 919-460-3443
Twitter: @BevbAP