In two programs, Guard members relate the Six Pillars through curriculum and activities. Positive evaluations of the program were recorded in a review of the program by Miami University. Toledo Public Schools operate a special character-education program for the district s youngest students. The program operates as a partnership with parents and kindergarten teachers and is sponsored by a bank. Local businesses offer prizes for students of character and their parents.
Extensive training is provided to staff, community members and parents.
Examples of Toledo s success are numerous. Parent involvement is also increasing. Parents have taught thousands of school-designed lessons about courtesy and character to their children at home.