CHARACTER EDUCATION The School Board of Anoka-Hennepin District #11 has, as one of its goals, Educating For Character. This goal enlists the support of parents to help foster a learning environment, which enables students to realize their potential and to achieve satisfaction in career and personal roles. This goal for staff and students contains five"Core Values" and is part of the District's curriculum for students and staff. Respect: to show consideration for self, others and property. Responsibility: to carry out obligations in a dependable manner, to acknowledge the consequences and rewards of one's choices, to contribute to society. Compassion: to show empathy, generosity, kindness, patience, and sensitivity. Integrity: to display honesty, perseverance, confidence and pride, trustworthiness, and the courage of one's convictions. Appreciation of Diversity: to recognize and honor the dignity of each individual; to celebrate differences among culture, gender; ability to work cooperatively with others and to resolve conflicts.