PATHWAYS: VALUES IN ACTION
SCOPE AND SEQUENCE, OBJECTIVES AND OUTCOMES
GRADE CHAPTER OBJECTIVE OUTCOME
7 & 8 1. Walking the Honest Way Define truthfulness and honesty and explain their importance in daily life. Students will explain the significance of truthfulness and honesty in their lives.
Differentiate between honesty in words and actions. Students will demonstrate honesty in their words and actions.
Identify situations where honesty may be challenged and explore ways to uphold it. Students will analyze real-life scenarios to determine ethical choices.
Practice honest communication in personal and social settings. Students will develop personal commitments to practicing honesty in daily life.
2. Navigating the Road of Duty Explain the meaning of responsibility and personal accountability. Students will identify their personal and social responsibilities.
Identify different types of responsibilities at home, school, and in the community. Students will apply responsible decision-making in various contexts.
Demonstrate decision-making skills that reflect responsible behavior. Students will assess the consequences of responsible and irresponsible actions.
Reflect on the consequences of fulfilling or neglecting responsibilities. Students will demonstrate accountability in their personal and academic lives.
3. Journeying Through Just Acts Understand the concepts of justice and fairness in different contexts. Students will define and differentiate justice and fairness.
Recognize the role of fairness in personal and social relationships. Students will evaluate situations where fairness is demonstrated or lacking.
Evaluate real-life situations where justice and fairness are applied. Students will propose fair solutions to everyday conflicts.
Develop a sense of ethical decision-making that promotes fairness. Students will exhibit fairness in their interactions with others.
4. Building Bridges of Unity Define friendship and unity and their significance in building strong relationships. Students will describe the qualities of meaningful friendships.
Recognize qualities that contribute to genuine friendship and teamwork. Students will illustrate ways to foster unity in groups and communities.
Explore ways to resolve conflicts while maintaining unity and harmony. Students will demonstrate conflict resolution skills that promote unity.
Engage in activities that promote inclusivity and collaboration. Students will participate in team-building activities that strengthen friendships.
5. Golden Path of Respect Explain the importance of respect and kindness in fostering positive relationships. Students will recognize and express respect for themselves and others.
Identify ways to show respect for oneself, others, and different perspectives. Students will demonstrate acts of kindness in different settings.
Demonstrate kindness through words and actions in various situations. Students will analyze the impact of respect on relationships and society.
Reflect on the impact of respect and kindness in creating a harmonious environment. Students will develop habits that promote a culture of respect.
6. Generous Walks of Altruism Define altruism, helpfulness, and generosity and their impact on society. Students will define and appreciate the value of generosity and helpfulness.
Recognize opportunities to help others through small and meaningful actions. Students will engage in activities that demonstrate selfless giving.
Develop a sense of selflessness in sharing time, skills, and resources. Students will reflect on the personal and social benefits of altruism.
Participate in activities that encourage generosity and service to others. Students will cultivate a habit of helping others without expecting rewards.
7. Gratitude Along the Way Understand the meaning of gratitude and its role in fostering happiness. Students will express gratitude in personal and social interactions.
Identify ways to express gratitude in daily interactions. Students will develop an awareness of the positive impact of gratitude.
Reflect on personal experiences that have led to feelings of gratitude. Students will practice keeping a gratitude journal or similar reflection activity.
Develop a habit of appreciation and acknowledgment for people and experiences. Students will demonstrate appreciation for people and experiences in their lives.
8. Understanding Through Empathy Define empathy and distinguish it from sympathy. Students will define and recognize empathy in different situations.
Identify ways to understand and share the feelings of others. Students will practice active listening and perspective-taking.
Practice active listening and perspective-taking in conversations. Students will apply empathy to improve relationships and resolve conflicts.
Explore real-life situations where empathy strengthens relationships and communities. Students will participate in activities that cultivate a deeper understanding of othersÂ’ emotions.
9. Steps of Trustworthiness Explain the qualities that make a person trustworthy. Students will explain the importance of trust in relationships.
  Identify the role of trust in building and maintaining relationships. Students will recognize behaviors that build and break trust.
Recognize the consequences of broken trust and ways to rebuild it. Students will demonstrate trustworthiness through responsible choices.
Demonstrate trustworthiness through responsible actions and honesty. Students will develop personal goals to strengthen their reliability and integrity.
10. Compassionate Pathways Define love and compassion and explain their role in human connections. Students will define and differentiate between love and compassion.
Identify ways to show compassion toward others, including those in need. Students will illustrate ways to show compassion in daily life.
Explore the relationship between self-love and the ability to care for others. Students will analyze how compassion positively affects individuals and society.
Engage in acts of compassion that contribute to a more caring society. Students will engage in acts of kindness that reflect a compassionate mindset.
9 1. Self-Awareness: Knowing Yourself Recognize personal strengths, weaknesses, values, and aspirations to develop a clearer sense of identity. Students will identify their strengths, weaknesses, values, and aspirations.
Reflect on experiences and emotions to enhance self-understanding and growth. Students will demonstrate self-reflection by analyzing personal experiences and emotions.
   
   
2. Curiosity: Enterprising Spirit/The First Step to Learning Develop a proactive approach to learning by asking meaningful questions and seeking knowledge. Students will actively seek knowledge and ask thought-provoking questions.
Foster an enterprising spirit by exploring new ideas and opportunities with enthusiasm. Students will explore new ideas and opportunities with enthusiasm and initiative.
   
   
3. Diligence: Cultivating Perseverance and Excellence Demonstrate persistence in overcoming challenges to achieve personal and academic success. Students will demonstrate perseverance in completing challenging tasks.
Develop a strong work ethic by setting goals and striving for excellence in all endeavors. Students will apply goal-setting strategies to achieve excellence.
Apply effective time management strategies to balance academic, personal, and extracurricular activities. Students will effectively organize their time to balance academic and personal responsibilities.
Cultivate self-discipline by setting priorities and making informed decisions about time use. Students will demonstrate self-discipline by prioritizing tasks efficiently.
4. Care: Nurturing Connections Develop empathy and compassion by actively supporting and valuing the well-being of others. Students will show empathy and kindness in their relationships with others.
Foster meaningful relationships through acts of kindness and understanding. Students will recognize the importance of emotional and social connections.
Practice care and respect within the family to foster a culture of love and support. Students will demonstrate acts of care and respect within their families.
Develop a sense of responsibility for protecting and preserving the environment. Students will adopt sustainable practices to reduce their ecological footprint.
5. Courage: Bold Beginnings Cultivate the confidence to take risks, embrace challenges, and stand up for what is right. Students will display confidence in taking on new challenges.
Demonstrate resilience in the face of fear or uncertainty to achieve personal and social goals. Students will develop resilience by overcoming fears and uncertainties.
   
   
6. Positive Outlook: Cultivating an Optimistic Mindset Develop a habit of seeing opportunities in challenges and maintaining hope in difficult situations. Students will adopt a growth mindset by viewing challenges as opportunities.
Practice gratitude and positive self-talk to build resilience and well-being. Students will express gratitude and maintain a hopeful perspective.
   
   
10 1. (Effective) Communication: Walking the Talk/Beyond Words Develop active listening and clear expression to enhance meaningful interactions. Students will engage in active listening and clear verbal and non-verbal expression.
Demonstrate effective verbal and non-verbal communication in various social and professional settings. Students will demonstrate effective communication in personal and professional interactions.
   
   
2. Collaboration (or Solidarity): Thriving in Harmony Work cooperatively with others by valuing diverse perspectives and contributions. Students will work cooperatively with peers in group settings.
Foster a spirit of teamwork by demonstrating responsibility, respect, and compromise. Students will show respect and appreciation for diverse perspectives.
   
   
3. Open-Mindedness: Creative Thinking/Embracing Life’s Colors Cultivate a mindset that embraces different perspectives and new possibilities. Students will demonstrate a willingness to consider multiple viewpoints.
Develop creative problem-solving skills by exploring diverse ideas and solutions. Students will apply creative thinking in problem-solving situations.
   
   
4. Citizenship: Empowered Voices in Diversity Recognize the importance of civic participation and taking responsibility as an active citizen. Students will engage in discussions on civic responsibilities and rights.
Develop an understanding of diverse perspectives to contribute positively to society. Students will participate in activities that promote inclusivity and social responsibility.
Appreciate cultural diversity and interconnectedness to promote global cooperation and responsibility. Students will appreciate cultural diversity and its role in global cooperation.
   
5. Perseverance: The Power of Self-Discipline Develop the resilience to stay committed to goals despite challenges and setbacks. Students will demonstrate the ability to stay committed to long-term goals.
Cultivate self-discipline through consistent effort and responsible decision-making. Students will show resilience in overcoming setbacks.
   
   
6. Accountability: The Cornerstone of Personal Integrity Take responsibility for personal choices and actions, recognizing their impact on others. Students will take responsibility for their actions and decisions.
Develop honesty and reliability as key components of trust and integrity. Students will demonstrate honesty and reliability in daily life.
   
   
11 1. Integrity: The Foundation of Trust and Authenticity Demonstrate honesty, reliability, and strong moral principles in daily interactions. Students will model honesty and ethical behavior in personal and social contexts.
Understand the importance of integrity in building trust and credibility. Students will demonstrate integrity by making responsible choices.
   
   
2. Mindfulness: Being Present in Each Moment Cultivate self-awareness by focusing on the present moment and practicing gratitude. Students will practice self-awareness and focus on the present moment.
Develop stress-management techniques through mindfulness and reflection. Students will use mindfulness techniques to manage stress effectively.
   
   
3. Diversity: The Strength of Differences Appreciate and respect cultural, social, and individual differences in a diverse society. Students will appreciate and respect diverse cultural and social backgrounds.
Recognize the value of inclusivity in fostering collaboration and innovation. Students will contribute to inclusive and respectful environments.
   
   
4. Adaptability: The Key to Thriving in Change Develop flexibility and resilience to adjust to changing circumstances. Students will demonstrate flexibility in dealing with unexpected challenges.
Learn to embrace uncertainty as an opportunity for growth and learning. Students will recognize change as an opportunity for growth.
   
   
5. Humility: Advancing with an Open Heart Recognize personal limitations and value the contributions of others. Students will acknowledge personal strengths and limitations.
Cultivate a sense of gratitude and continuous learning in personal and professional growth. Students will show gratitude and a willingness to learn from others.
   
   
6. Forgiveness: Empathy in Action Understand the emotional and psychological benefits of forgiveness. Students will analyze the emotional and social benefits of forgiveness.
Develop empathy by practicing compassion and resolving conflicts constructively. Students will practice empathy in conflict resolution.
   
   
12 1. Peace (or Conflict Resolution): Crafting Peace for Harmony Develop strategies for resolving conflicts peacefully and fostering mutual understanding. Students will demonstrate strategies for resolving conflicts peacefully.
Promote harmony by encouraging dialogue and cooperation in diverse settings. Students will promote harmony through constructive dialogue.
   
   
2. Ethical Decision-Making: Making the Right Choices Apply ethical reasoning to make responsible and fair decisions. Students will apply ethical reasoning in decision-making.
Recognize the impact of personal and professional choices on others and society. Students will evaluate the impact of personal and professional choices.
   
   
3. Advocacy (Self-Advocacy): Lending Voice to the Voiceless Develop confidence in standing up for oneself and others in challenging situations. Students will develop confidence in standing up for their rights and the rights of others.
Promote social change by advocating for justice, equity, and human rights. Students will engage in advocacy efforts that promote social change.
   
   
4. Leadership (Negotiation): Guiding Stars - Inspiring Others Develop leadership skills by inspiring and empowering others to work toward common goals. Students will demonstrate leadership by inspiring and motivating others.
Learn effective negotiation techniques to resolve conflicts and foster cooperation. Students will apply negotiation skills to resolve conflicts effectively.
   
   
5. Autonomy: The Essence of Self-Determination Cultivate independence by making informed decisions and taking responsibility for one's future. Students will make informed decisions that reflect personal values and goals.
Recognize the balance between personal freedom and social responsibility. Students will demonstrate independence while considering social responsibilities.
   
   
6. Service (or Sense of Duty): Rising Above Self Foster a spirit of service by contributing to the well-being of others and the community. Students will engage in acts of service that contribute to the well-being of others.
Recognize the importance of civic responsibility and making a positive impact in society. Students will recognize the importance of civic responsibility and ethical leadership.