Cincinnati Achievement Academy promotes these Pillars:
Discipline – To take responsibility for prioritizing the significant items in one’s life. This itemization is essential to becoming a great person, scholar, and citizen. Importance will be placed on scholarly characteristics such as: turning in homework on time, wearing the proper school uniform, studying for tests, asking for help when needed, and simply following directions on and off-campus. In teaching discipline, school leaders and teachers will point out responsible scholars publicly and counsel students individually who need extra assistance before or after class time. Love – To have overwhelmingly positive feelings towards one’s family, life, and scholarly pursuits. Personal conviction is essential to being successful in school and life. In teaching love, faculty and staff at DPS will emphasize the importance of respecting one’s life and goals. This emphasis will center on the following:
Reverence for oneself in school and at home;
Reverence for one’s classwork and education; and
Reverence for classmates and peers. This admiration is a demonstration of the scholar’s love for him or herself and is central to our mission. Respect - To demonstrate an understanding and value for oneself, education as a means to a great life, and all other persons. Teachers and faculty will help students learn what it means to care for oneself, their academics, and all other human life. In all grades, emphasis will be placed on the following:
No tolerance for violence of any kind
No tolerance for discrimination of any kind
No tolerance for vulgar or obscene language
Cordiality when speaking to adults and fellow students (thank you; yes ma’am, no sir, please, thank you, etc.) Personal hygiene
Valuing school materials, supplies, and meals
Showing respect helps to support healthy relationships and obedience to the right authorities. When everyone demonstrates respect for themselves and others, a safe, clean, and disciplined environment is the result.
