Semester 2 Growall

Unit 9-Definition

Composure- Staying in control of one’s emotions in order to make good logical choices in difficult situations.

Unit 9- Quote

“Anger is only one letter short of danger.” -Anonymous

Unit 10- Definition

Empathy- Trying to understand another person’s experience; to put yourself in their shoes.

Unit 10-Quote

“Conversation means being able to disagree and still continue the discussion.” -Dwight MacDonald

Unit 11- Definition

Gratitude- Acknowledging the role that others have played to help you succeed.

Unit 11- Quote

“Let us be grateful to people who make us happy; they are charming gardeners who make our souls bloom.” -Marcel Proust

Unit 13 Definition

Sacrifice- A sense of obligation to give something back to community and society.

Unit 13 Quote

“A life is not important except in the impact it has on other lives.” -Jackie Robinson

Unit 14 definition

Loyalty- Demonstrating a strong commitment to people or ideals; staying true to your word.

Unit 14 quote

“You don’t earn loyalty in a day, you earn it day by day.” -Jeffery Gitomer

Unit 15 definition

Responsibility- Keeping promises, meeting obligations and being accountable for your actions.

Unit 15 Quote

“People need responsibility, they resist assuming it, but they cannot live without it.” -John Steinback

Unit 16 definition

Compassion- Showing kindness and giving support to fellow human beings.

Unit 16 quote

“A good heart is better than all the heads in the world.” -Edward-Bulwar-Lytton

Unit 17 definition

Leadership- Providing guidance and direction to accomplish tasks; being moral compass to others.

Unit 17 quote

“If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more, and become more, you are a leader.” -John Quincy Adams

Unit 18 Definition

Character- The centerpiece of all positive character traits; doing the right thing even when nobody’s looking. It is something that must be forged through struggle and experience.

Unit 18 Quote

“Character cannot be developed in ease and quiet. Only through experience of trial and suffering can the soul be strengthened, vision cleared, ambition inspired, and success achieved.” -Helen Keller

White represents

Innocence and purity

Red represents

Hardiness and valor

Blue represents

perseverance, integrity,