CharacterPlus

Looking for a Spring Break adventure? 🌷 Visit @TheMagicHouse and try Hero Quest, a museum-wide scavenger hunt where kids meet real-life heroes and while discovering the hero within themselves. #HeroQuest #SpringBreak #CharacterPlus

Our CACE cohort concluded last week, exploring empathy, trust, communication, and intentional self-care. One participant shared: “CACE has really helped me learn more about myself… and grow as a better school counselor.” #teachcharacter #CharacterMatters #SchoolCounseling

For more than 20 years, Tina Basler has led with one belief: strong schools are built on strong hearts. By centering character in the earliest grades, she’s helped shape a culture where students grow academically and morally. Character connects us. #CharacterMatters

Earlier this month, 55 women gathered for an inspiring #AtTheTable conversation with Dr. Jana Parker on the Rhythms of Life and leading with authenticity and purpose. #CharacterMatters #TeachCharacter #CharacterEducation

@Characterdotorg announced 137 schools advancing to Round 2 of the 2026 School of Character process- with 20 from Missouri! Is your school thinking of applying? Join us April 2 or 21 for program insights & expert guidance. #CharacterMatters #TeachCharacter #SchoolOfCharacter

❄️ It's a snow day for many schools in our region! Stay safe, be careful on slick surfaces, keep warm, and show character! Shovel a neighbor’s walk, check in on someone, help at home, or share kindness. 💙☃️🧡 #TeachCharacter #CharacterMatters

The Spring 2026 SELf Academy is underway! Leaders from across the bi-state region kicked off the cohort with a focus on self-awareness, core values, and turning learning into action. We look forward to continuing the journey in February. #SchoolLeadership #CharacterPlus

“If I cannot do great things, I can do small things in a great way.” -Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This #MLKDay, let’s remember that small acts of kindness can make a big difference for our schools, our communities, and our world. #TeachCharacter #CharacterMatters #BeKind

Excited about your school's character journey? 🏫✨ Register for our upcoming School of Character Workshops- April 2 & 21. Get a program overview, application tips & a Q&A with experts. Free for partner districts. #CharacterEducation #SchoolOfCharacter @characterdotorg

Recently, staff from @FrontierSchools reflected on first-semester successes, explored the 11 Principles, and developed some Promising Practices. We proudly support this Pre-K-12 charter school system's #CharacterPlusWay journey. #TeachCharacter #CharacterMatters @characterdotorg

Need mid-year PD ideas? The 2025–26 CharacterPlus Programming Guide includes programs for educators at every level. Strengthen character across your school community 🧡 📘 loom.ly/wJjbacU #CharacterEducation #CharacterMatters #TeachCharacter

There's still time to join the Spring SELf cohort! 🚀 SELf empowers school staff to lead with purpose, build belonging, and uplift their community. Check for partner district discounts! ➡️ loom.ly/o_jJ5ms #SchoolLeadership #ProfessionalDevelopment #CharacterPlus

Schools & districts: Explore becoming a School of Character at one of our April workshops- free for partner districts! Learn about the program, get application tips & connect with experts. Scan the QR code to register. #SchoolOfCharacter #TeachCharacter #CharacterMatters

That's a wrap on 2025, where we expanded our impact, amplified educator voices, extended our programming , and cultivated new partnerships. We are grateful for our character community and can't wait for 2026! #CharacterPlus #CharacterMatters #CharacterEducation

Learning and service in action. 💙 Last week, the CharacterPlus team combined professional development with giving back. Alongside other volunteers, we processed 23,200 lbs of food at the St Louis Area Foodbank. What a way to celebrate the season of giving! #GivingCharacter

The most meaningful gifts reflect compassion, generosity, and purpose. Consider giving experiences, volunteering together, or sponsoring a local youth in a community program. Gifts that grow character last far beyond the season. #CharacterMatters #TeachCharacter #GiveCharacter

Session 2 of the SELf Academy in KC wrapped up last week. We were thrilled to see leaders reflecting on their impact and considering how to show up as their best selves to strengthen culture & climate in their schools. #TeachCharacter #CharacterMatters #CultureandClimate

Last week wrapped Session 2 of the 2025–2026 CACE cohort which focused on self-awareness, belonging, and leadership to strengthen trust, empathy, communication, and student well-being. Can't wait to continue this work next year! #TeachCharacter #CharacterMatters #SchoolCounseling

It’s been one month since we welcomed global educators for a week of character learning, collaboration, and connection. We’re still inspired by their passion and can’t wait to see how they continue this work in their home regions. 🧡 #CharacterMatters #TeachCharacter

Last week the KC TACE cohort met for their 3rd of 5 sessions, focusing on character and the learner and working to cultivate character strengths through the learning process. #CharacterEducation #TeachCharacter #CharacterMatters