Virtues celebrated at Frederick Classical
Alike for the nation and the individual, the one indispensable requisite is character—character that does and dares as well as endures, character that is active in the performance of virtue no less than firm in the refusal to do aught that is vicious or degraded. - Theodore Roosevelt, 1900
Frederick Classical Charter School works to cultivate virtues in our students. We focus on seven virtues and students will not only hear about them, but also see the virtues related to course content. As we learn about history and read various pieces of literature, we will identify the virtues that the historical figures and characters displayed and the many ways of how those virtues helped them. We encourage families to become familiar with the guiding virtues that we focus on and integrate conversations and daily life around them at home. As adults, it is imperative that we model our expectations of students and strive to display virtuous behavior every day, in every way.
Love
The bestowing of unconditional love and having a positive impact on the lives of others, showing a genuine concern for the good of others, with unselfish acts of kindness such as compassion, caring, thoughtfulness, service, and other humanitarian and noble actions.
Humility
The quality or condition of being humble; modest opinion or estimate of one’s own importance, rank, etc.; never bragging or boastful (especially to make others feel poorly of themselves).
Courage
Bravery in the face of fear or uncertainty, doing the right thing even when it is hard or scary, trying new things, and admitting mistakes.
Temperance
The practice of moderation, self-control, and self-discipline in all things.
Constancy
The state of being fixed, unchangeable, steadfast, stable, persevering, faithful; is staying power; not giving up, but keeping on
Diligence
Working hard and doing your absolute best; taking special care by doing things step by step.
Patience
Waiting without complaint, ability to wait for something without getting angry or upset, enduring discomfort without complaint, taking turns without complaint.
Source: FCCS Parent and Student Handbook, revised August 2017