Virtues of the Month

A virtue, simply defined, is a good habit and a habit is acquired by repeatedly doing things. In other words, a person acquires an inclination to do certain things--i.e. Habit--through repeated acts. A virtue--i.e. Good Habit-- then, is formed by deliberately and repeatedly performing good acts.

For each month, a specific virtue is selected so that students become familiar with it. The monthly mottos of the class indicate concrete suggestions on how to practice the VOM. Making the effort to live the VOM helps each one to face daily challenges and obstacles.

The Virtue of the Month is anchored in the core values of Northfield.

VIRTUES OF A NORTHFIELD GENTLEMAN

Study: A Northfield Gentleman realizes that study is really a participation in the creative action of God.

Order: A Northfield Gentleman puts everything in its place. For him, God first; others, second; self, last.

Truthfulness: A Northfield Gentleman acts justly and seeks the truth. He is honest with himself and others and humbly tells the truth.

Charity: A Northfield Gentleman treats others as he would like to be treated. He is caring, respectful and refined.

Generosity: A Northfield Gentleman serves God without counting the cost. He pursues great and noble ambitions.

Obedience: A Northfield Gentleman knows how to obey his parents and educators while trying to fulfill his duty with affection.

Piety: A Northfield Gentleman is a caring member of his family. He knows he is a son of God: God is his Father and Closest

Fortitude: A Northfield Gentleman is able to withstand hardships and able to undertake great deeds.

Discipline: A Northfield Gentleman has self-dominion and lives his life according to good and sound principles.

Cheerfulness: A Northfield Gentleman looks and talks of what is bright. He is a smiling member of the Northfield family.

Loyalty: A Northfield Gentleman lives up to the Christian ideals in accordance with the vision and mission of the school.

Responsibility: A Northfield Gentleman addresses each one of his responsibilities to God, society, and to one’s self. He holds himself accountable for them