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Parent & Student Supports

Parent & Student Supports

What are Positive Character Trait Lessons?

Positive Character Trait Lessons help students develop the knowledge, skills, and habits needed to become respectful, responsible, and caring members of their school and community. Through these lessons, students learn to demonstrate positive character traits such as kindness, empathy, perseverance, responsibility, honesty, self-control, and respect while building healthy relationships, making thoughtful decisions, and contributing to a positive school culture. At GPISD, students participate in age-appropriate Positive Character Trait Lessons throughout the school year. These lessons are designed to strengthen character, encourage positive decision-making, promote healthy relationships, and support student success both in school and in life. Click here to learn more about the Positive Character Trait Lessons and other programs available to support your student's growth and development.

These are the skills they build

Please click any of the icons below to access self-paced lessons that you can do at home with your children.

Responsible Decision-Making

Identifying problems
Analyzing situations
Solving problems
Evaluating
Reflecting
Ethical responsibilities

Relationship Skills

Communication
Social engagement
Relationship-building
Teamwork

Social Awareness

Perspective-taking
Empathy
Appreciating diversity
Respect for others

Self-Awareness

Identifying emotions
Accurate self-perception
Recognizing strengths
Self-confidence
Self-efficacy

Self-Management

Impulse control
Stress management
Self-discipline
Self-motivation
Goal-setting
Organizational skills

Generosity Activities

Our Team

The Counseling Services team is dedicated to nurturing the social and emotional well-being of all students. Teachers, counselors, social workers, administrators, and support staff work together to ensure that SEL is integrated into students’ daily experiences, helping to create safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environments.

From elementary through high school, students participate in developmentally appropriate lessons that build self-awareness, strengthen decision-making skills, and promote healthy relationships. These efforts are aligned with the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) requirements for character education and social development.