#959: Packing for Success

If you’ve ever gone backpacking in the great outdoors, you know the importance of bringing the right equipment. You pack a tent, not a tire. You pack matches, not a microwave. 

Similarly, when your son heads off to school, make sure he packs the right characteristics. This includes:

• Honesty—to complete his own work instead of cheating off others.
• Respect—to see people for who they really are, no matter what they look like.
• Gratitude—to thank teachers for giving of their time and talent.
• Kindness—to make life better when challenges arise. And …
• Courage—to stand up and do right, no matter what.

By packing these important virtues, your son can confidently climb the academic mountain while also enjoying the journey.

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