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A Disciplined Life®

At Perspectives, we teach ethics.  Our 26 principles of A Disciplined Life® (ADL & #ADL26) guide student behavior and performance, helping them to develop self-discipline, perseverance, integrity, and responsibility.  The principles of A Disciplined Life form the foundation of our Perspectives Charter Schools experience, building a culture of success and addressing each student as a whole person, understanding that character growth and academic progress are interdependent.

Perspectives' staff consistently use the 26 principles of A Disciplined Life below to teach, redirect and inspire students and one another. In turn, students begin to use this language themselves. Ultimately, our parents and families learn to embody the principles of A Disciplined Life at home.

For more information about A Disciplined Life® or to learn how this model can be replicated, please email President and Co-Founder Diana Shulla-Cose.

Read about Perspectives in The Design and Implementation of an Effective Character Education Program, authored by major donor NewSchools Venture Fund.

Self Perception

  • Accept only quality work from yourself
  • Take responsibility for your actions
  • Seek wisdom
  • Be open-minded
  • Think critically and be inquisitive
  • Love who you are
  • Demonstrate honesty, integrity, and decency
  • Be generous
  • Be a life-long learner
  • Live a healthy lifestyle

Relationships

  • Communicate effectively
  • Challenge each other intellectually
  • Show gratitude
  • Solve conflicts peacefully
  • Respect each other's differences
  • Be positive and supportive of each other
  • Show compassion

Productivity

  • Demonstrate a strong work ethic
  • Use your time wisely
  • Listen actively
  • Be punctual and prepared
  • Be organized
  • Be reflective
  • Be reliable
  • Take initiative
  • Demonstrate perseverance

 

Learn more about A Disciplined Life®

What is A Disciplined Life?

How we live A Disciplined Life

How do we evaluate A Disciplined Life?

A Disciplined Life Literature®

26 Principles of ADL 26 Principles of ADL (237 KB) Six Steps to Conflict Resolution Six Steps to Conflict Resolution (32 KB) ADL Common Expectations ADL Common Expectations (40 KB)