MILTON — Seven elementary school principals have accepted certificates for their schools' participation in the Terrific Kids program sponsored by Santa Rosa Sunrise Kiwanis.
The student-recognition program promotes character development, self-esteem and perseverance. “Terrific” is an acronym for Thoughtful, Enthusiastic, Respectful, Responsible, Inclusive, Friendly, Inquisitive and Capable, according to the Kiwanis Kids website.
Student participants work with their classroom teacher to establish goals to improve behavior, peer relationships, attendance or schoolwork. All students who achieve their goals after a specified time are recognized as Terrific Kids.
Recognition includes being pinned as a Terrific Kid; receiving a pizza, ice cream or other food-themed party; and presentation of certificates and other giveaways.
East Milton Elementary, S.S. Dixon Elementary, Chumuckla Elementary, Berryhill Elementary, Bagdad Elementary, Holley Navarre Elementary and Benny Russell Elementary are among schools represented.
This article originally appeared on Santa Rosa Press Gazette: 7 schools participate in character development program