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C.H.I.

Character • Honor • Integrity

C.H.I.

C.H.I. stands for Character, Honor, and Integrity. The definitions, Latin phrases, and Bible verses on this page are the foundation. They are what students learned, memorized, and were asked to live.

Character, Honor, and Integrity

  • CharacterThe combined moral and ethical structure of a person. Their moral and ethical strength.
  • HonorYour code of dignity and pride. Personal honesty maintained without moral or legal obligation.
  • IntegrityA rigid adherence to your personal code or standard of values.

Latin Phrases

Non sibi

Not for oneself.

Non sibi is the heart of C.H.I. It means living for more than yourself.

It looks like kindness and honesty. It looks like caring for those who are less fortunate, comforting someone who is sad, sitting with someone who is alone at lunch, and helping a new student belong.

Finis origine pendet

The end depends upon the beginning.

The choices you make now, the effort you give, and the habits you build are already shaping the person you will become.

Start well. The end depends upon the beginning.

C.H.I. Bible Verses

These are the C.H.I. Bible verses.

  1. 1 Corinthians 15:33Do not be deceived: "Bad company corrupts good character."
  2. Ephesians 6:2"Honor your father and mother" - which is the first commandment with a promise.
  3. Proverbs 10:9The man of integrity walks securely, but he who takes crooked paths will be found out.
  4. Genesis 1:1In the beginning God created the heavens and the Earth.
  5. John 3:16For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten Son, for who so ever believes in Him shall not perish but have everlasting life.
  6. James 1:22Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says.
  7. 1 Thessalonians 5:14And we urge you, brothers, warn those who are idle, encourage the timid, help the weak, be patient with everyone.
  8. Proverbs 11:3The integrity of the upright guides them, but the unfaithful are destroyed by their duplicity.
  9. Psalm 62:7My salvation and my honor depend on God; he is my mighty rock, my refuge.
  10. Proverbs 11:1The LORD hates cheating, but he delights in honesty.
  11. Proverbs 12:18Reckless words pierce like a sword, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.
  12. Romans 12:10Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Honor one another above yourselves.
  13. James 1:4So let it grow, for when your endurance is fully developed, you will be strong in character and ready for anything.
  14. 1 Chronicles 29:17I know, my God, that you examine our hearts and rejoice when you find integrity there.
  15. 1 Peter 3:8Finally, all of you, live in harmony with one another; be sympathetic, love as brothers, be compassionate and humble.
  16. Psalm 27:11Teach me how to live, O LORD. Lead me along the path of honesty, for my enemies are waiting for me to fall.
  17. Proverbs 11:20The LORD hates people with twisted hearts, but he delights in those who have integrity.
  18. Psalm 25:21May integrity and honesty protect me, for I put my hope in you.

Printable PDF of the C.H.I. Bible verses A printable PDF is also available.

Good Character Traits

  • ResponsibilityBeing accountable in word and deed. Having a sense of duty to fulfill tasks with reliability, dependability and commitment.
  • PerseverancePursuing worthy objectives with determination and patience while exhibiting fortitude when confronted with failure.
  • CaringShowing understanding of others by treating them with kindness, compassion, generosity and a forgiving spirit.
  • Self-disciplineDemonstrating hard work controlling your emotions, words, actions, impulses and desires. Giving your best in all situations.
  • CitizenshipBeing law abiding and involved in service to school, community and country.
  • HonestyTelling the truth, admitting wrongdoing. Being trustworthy and acting with integrity.
  • CourageDoing the right thing in face of difficulty and following your conscience instead of the crowd.
  • FairnessPracticing justice, equity and equality. Cooperating with one another. Recognizing the uniqueness and value of each individual within our diverse society.
  • RespectShowing high regard for an authority, other people, self and country. Treating others as you would want to be treated. Understanding that all people have value as human beings.

Just a thought...

Just a thought... reflections from class.

  1. Just a thought...

    1. 1 Corinthians 15:33

    Do not be deceived: "Bad company corrupts good character."

  2. Just a thought...

    2. Ephesians 6:2

    "Honor your father and mother" - which is the first commandment with a promise.

  3. Just a thought...

    3. Proverbs 10:9

    The man of integrity walks securely, but he who takes crooked paths will be found out.

  4. Just a thought...

    4. James 1:22

    Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says.

  5. Just a thought...

    5. Romans 12:10

    Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Honor one another above yourselves.

  6. Just a thought...

    6. Psalm 25:21

    May integrity and honesty protect me, for I put my hope in you.

  7. Just a thought...

    7. Non sibi

    Not for one's self.

  8. Just a thought...

    8. Finis origine pendet

    The end depends upon the beginning.

  9. Just a thought...

    9. Responsibility

    Being accountable in word and deed. Having a sense of duty to fulfill tasks with reliability, dependability and commitment.

  10. Just a thought...

    10. Perseverance

    Pursuing worthy objectives with determination and patience while exhibiting fortitude when confronted with failure.

  11. Just a thought...

    11. Caring

    Showing understanding of others by treating them with kindness, compassion, generosity and a forgiving spirit.

  12. Just a thought...

    12. Self-discipline

    Demonstrating hard work controlling your emotions, words, actions, impulses and desires. Giving your best in all situations.

  13. Just a thought...

    13. Citizenship

    Being law abiding and involved in service to school, community and country.

  14. Just a thought...

    14. Honesty

    Telling the truth, admitting wrongdoing. Being trustworthy and acting with integrity.

  15. Just a thought...

    15. Courage

    Doing the right thing in face of difficulty and following your conscience instead of the crowd.

  16. Just a thought...

    16. Respect

    Showing high regard for an authority, other people, self and country. Treating others as you would want to be treated. Understanding that all people have value as human beings.

  17. Just a thought...

    17. Do the right thing - even when nobody is watching.

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    18. Character is built one choice at a time.

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    19. Good habits build a good life.

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    20. Your real character shows when no one is checking.

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    21. It is easier to stay on track than to fix a crooked path.

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    22. Good science builds knowledge. Good character builds a life.

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    23. Arrogance

    Arrogance puts your own importance above others and often shows itself in argumentativeness or looking down on people. Confidence does not require putting someone else beneath you.

    Thinking you are better or more important than others.

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    24. Dishonesty

    Dishonesty breaks trust through lies, cheating, or deception. Integrity means telling the truth and doing what is right even when the truth is difficult.

    Lying, cheating, or deceiving others instead of telling the truth.

  25. Just a thought...

    25. Pride

    Pride becomes a weakness when being right or looking important matters more than learning, listening, or admitting a mistake.

    Caring more about being right or important than learning or admitting mistakes.

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    26. Selfishness

    Selfishness puts your own wants ahead of the needs and well-being of others. Good character considers how your choices affect the people around you.

    Putting what you want ahead of what others need.

  27. Just a thought...

    27. Fairness

    Practicing justice, equity and equality. Cooperating with one another. Recognizing the uniqueness and value of each individual within our diverse society.

    Treating people justly and giving everyone an equal chance.

  28. Just a thought...

    28. Humility

    Humility is having the confidence to do your best without needing to prove you are better than someone else.

    Doing your best without needing to show that you are better than others.

Longer readings

Longer C.H.I. readings are kept on their own pages so the teachings above stay easy to find.

The C.H.I. Story & Award

The bracelet, the chemo caps, the wristbands, the CHI 4LFE plate, and the award — told with classroom photographs.

Open the Story & Award page