Mission and Purpose

 

Mission of the MCCE:

The MCCE is dedicated to making a difference in the ethical lives of individuals and the entire community through education, example, and action. The Center encourages teachers and administrators, in both public and private schools, to teach, model, and reinforce values and ethical behavior. Further, the Center encourages and recognizes citizens in business and industry, private sector organizations, and parents in their key character education roles.

 

Purposes of the MCCE:

PURPOSE 1:

In support of the work of State, County, and City educators, assist teachers in providing students with a framework for understanding and practicing exemplary character traits in American society.

PURPOSE 2:

Serve as a resource center for educators, students, parents, business, private sector organizations, and community leaders in affirming their roles as teachers and models of positive character traits.

PURPOSE 3:

Foster research in Maryland and publication of initiatives to determine the educational impact of character education endeavors.

 

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION WRITE, OR E-MAIL:

Stevenson University

Maryland Center for Character Education at Stevenson

School of Education

1525 Greenspring Valley Road

Stevenson, MD 21153-0641

E-Mail: MCCEcharacter@aol.com