CHARACTER COUNTS! Rachel
Age: 12 The Six Pillars of Character: Trustworthiness, Respect, Responsibility, Fairness, Caring, Citizenship
Grade: 7
School: Alta Vista Elementary School, Alta Vista School District
Pillar: Respect

Teacher Mrs. Reilly says, "Rachel treats all [teachers, aides, other staff and students] with respect. Rachel is always considerate of others' feelings. She makes sure that if something is unjust she tries to find a solution. The traits of Rachel Marin are synonymous for the Golden Rule."

Visalia Times-Delta, Tulare Advance-Register Tulare County Office of Education