Character Education
Building Men of Character
The subject of character is threaded through everything we do.
At Blue Ridge School, we define “character” as how a boy conducts himself when nobody is there to judge him. This concept lies at the heart of the Blue Ridge School experience, permeating every aspect of academics, activities, and campus life. Based on our Code of Character Values, we have integrated character education into our community, building teamwork, resilience, maturity, trust, and respect into our culture.
Words To Live By
Code Of Character Values
Purpose
I will seek to find meaning beyond myself that contributes to the greater good
Citizenship
I will value and respect others’ way of being
Knowledge & Wisdom
I will actively listen to others and be open to new experiences
Fortitude
I will persevere through adversity and failure while standing up for my beliefs
Discipline
I will govern myself in accordance with the habits of a healthy mind, body and spirit
Honor
I will make my community a better place through my actions
Rites of Passage Expeditions (R.O.P.E.S)
Each year, the boys take a trip to reinforce their character education.
Freshmen go backpacking in the nearby Shenandoah National Park wilderness to develop deeper relationships and build confidence. Sophomores travel to the Eastern Shore to gain an appreciation of regional history and complete group challenges focused on teamwork and fortitude. Juniors travel to West Virginia to volunteer with Habitat for Humanity and go whitewater rafting to accomplish meaningful tasks and challenges together as a team. And, seniors embark on a capstone trip where each aspect of the Code of Character Values is explored in a four-day test that meaningfully culminates their Blue Ridge School experience.
