Initiative Initiative: (noun) The energy and/or aptitude displayed in the initiation and completion of an action. 1. To express commitment 2. To demonstrate effort 3. To reveal an attitude of interest 4. To showcase a desire to be successful Being prepared and on time for ASAP Helping a classmate learn a new skill Studying for an exam before being asked Turning in an assignment before it s due Initiative is doing the right things without being told. ~ Elbert Hubbard Dressing quickly for PE I will try my best
Trust Trust: (noun) The ability to rely on the integrity, strength, ability, character, etc., of a person or thing; confidence. 1. To earn others confidence 2. To develop a good reputation 3. To facilitate fairness 4. To create a safe environment Recording accurate information Calling fouls on yourself Being loyal to family and friends Telling the truth or keeping your word Trust men and they will be true to you; treat them greatly, and they will show themselves great. ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson Correctly scoring game It was out on me
Leadership Leadership: (noun) The ability and competency to provide direction or guidance to self and others. 1. To provide quality instruction 2. To enhance group efficiency 3. To maximize others abilities 4. To facilitate fair play Focusing team on practicing well Helping teacher put equipment away Being in charge of cleaning at home Being a good role model for youngsters Management is doing things right; leadership is doing the right things. ~ Peter F. Drucker Coaching your team Follow me
Respect Respect: (noun) High or special regard. Mutual respect makes effective leadership possible. 1. To treat others with gratitude 2. To recognize others contributions 3. To appreciate others worth Listening to everyone s ideas Playing own position during a game Dealing peacefully with disagreements Using manners in public places If you have respect for people as they are, you can be more effective in helping them to become better than they are. ~ John W. Gardner Letting others go first Thanks for your help
Cooperation Cooperation: (noun) A common effort of a group for common benefit. 1. To establish a partnership 2. To encourage collaboration 3. To capitalize on individual differences 4. To achieve ambitious aims Allowing others a leadership role Fulfilling my team role Doing my part on a group project Working with teacher to do my best If you want to be good: compete. If you want to be better: cooperate. ~ Unknown Listening to teammates Let s do it together
Competition Competition: (noun) A contest between rivals, often resulting in peak effort or performance by one or both parties. 1. To improve individually or as a group 2. To achieve uncommon outcomes 3. To showcase persistent effort 4. To display a positive spirit of rivalry Meeting a Personal Best goal: Push-ups Using practices to improve game-play Earning an A in History Making the cast of the school play Do not hold the delusion that your advancement is accomplished by crushing others. ~ Cicero Gracious in victory Cheer for opponents
Fair Play Fair Play: (noun) A way of behaving or treating other people that is marked by honesty and mutual respect. 1. To promote fairness 2. To encourage honorable actions 3. To facilitate acceptance of others 4. To enhance learning opportunities Respecting official s calls Supporting teammates and opponents Calling own fouls in a pick-up game Embracing diversity of the group Win or lose, do it fairly. ~ Knute Rockne Post-game handshake Your team did great
Responsibility Responsibility: (noun) The quality of being reliable and trustworthy. 1. To develop trust 2. To exhibit reliability 3. To demonstrate competency 4. To facilitate accountability Practicing without supervision Attending class to support your team Planning ahead for school assignments Using self-control in conflict situations You cannot escape the responsibility of tomorrow by evading it today. ~ Abraham Lincoln Finishing a challenge That was my fault
Appreciation Appreciation: (noun) An expression of gratitude, admiration, or approval for an individual or group because of their qualities or accomplishments. 1. To value others worth 2. To express admiration 3. To celebrate effort 4. To recognize success Acknowledging opponent s good play Highlighting a friend s positive attitude Thanking your teacher for their help Nominating a friend for an award Appreciation can make a day, even change a life. Your willingness to put it into words is all that is necessary. ~ Margaret Cousins High-5 with a partner You are awesome
Concern Concern: (noun) A significant interest or regard involving the welfare and happiness of an individual or group usually arising through a personal tie or relationship. 1. To express empathy 2. To show kindness 3. To attend to others needs 4. To cultivate friendships Helping an injured classmate Thanking a partner for sharing the ball Volunteering in your community Befriending a classmate you don t know No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted. ~ Aesop Asking for forgiveness Are you okay?