IB PYP Coordinator: Ms. Imam
IB PYP Coordinator: Ms. Imam
Jackie Robinson
Even when Jackie Robinson was treated unfairly, he stayed principled and chose to do the right thing. It wasn’t easy, but he remained calm, respectful, and true to his values. His principled actions showed kids that doing what’s right matters most—even when it’s hard.
Colin Kaepernick
He is a principled person who believes it is important to stand up for fairness. He peacefully kneeled during the national anthem to speak out against the unfair treatment of Black people. Even though he knew it might cost him his football career, he stayed true to what he believed was right and did not give up on his values.
Natanya, Myles, LaMonii,
Devon, Ethan & Towser
They have been nominated by our Specials team for thier consistent portral of what it means to be Principled.
Art by Joshua, D. 5-220
"We always have a choice....the Easy way and the Right way.
"Sometimes, it's not easy to do the right thing."
But it feels good when we do it ~ Joshua. D. 5-220
About a girl who decides to only tell the truth and learns how honesty needs to be balanced with kindness and empathy — a great discussion starter about integrity and doing what’s right.
A child finds a lost toy and learns honesty and empathy
by choosing to return it.
Chapter Books for our 5th Graders:
The View from Saturday by E.L. Konigsburg — A group of diverse students work together with honesty and respect, showing teamwork and standing up for others.
Front Desk by Kelly Yang — A strong, kind main character helps her family and stands up for what’s fair while managing tough challenges at their motel (good for talking about integrity and fairness).
Amina’s Voice by Hena Khan — A girl navigates school, friendship, and community while learning to stay true to her values.
Encourage teamwork by discussing what makes a good team player and showing respect for others, whether winning or losing.
Fomente el trabajo en equipo conversando sobre qué hace a un buen compañero de equipo y mostrando respeto hacia los demás, ya sea al ganar o al perder.
Set clear expectations together.
Establezcan expectativas claras juntos.
Reflect on actions together and celebrate doing the right thing, even when it’s hard.
Reflexionen juntos sobre sus acciones y celebren hacer lo correcto, incluso cuando es difícil.