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| Tulsa, OK | |
| | I was late arraiving at the airport with my family to go on a trip. As we arrived at the ticket counter there was a long line. The desperate look on my face was seen by a gentleman in line. He reached across the rope barrier and said that he would let us take his place in line. I declined out of courtesy, he insisted and switched places with my family. We were able to make it to the plane on time. As we left the ticket counter I thanked him once again and he replied that I have been there before, enjoy your family and trip. I gave him a coin and told him that was truly an act of kindness. he smiled, said thanks. |
| Tulsa, OK | |
| | I read the story in the Sunday Tulsa World about Character Coins. This is the best idea I have ever seen to spread positvie feelings to others. I work with Alzeheimer patients and feel that the coin is a great way to recognize all the care provided by the families and professional caregivers for our patients. How can I get some coins to share with these compassionate people to let tham know what they mean to our patients? Thank you for such a wonderful program. |
| Stigler, OK | |
| | I was watching the Channel 8, Good Day, morning show when I saw your story on Character Coins. This is the most uplifting think I have seen in a long time. I would like to have some coins to give to people in Stigler / Eufala area. My church is always reaching out to help people in need. I think these coins will be a good way to recognize their charitable hearts. Thank you for sending me some coins. |
| Sapulpa, OK | |
| | I saw the story on Channel 2 about the Character Coins and think this is a perfect way to help the seniors that I care for to give to all the people that help them maintain their independance. I work for HUD and have always tried to help my seniors show their gratitude to all the caregivers that help them each day. Can I please get some coins to share with my seniors. |
| North Carolina | |
| | I was traveling through the Tulsa airport and read the article on Character Coin. This is an amazing community effort. I think more communities should adopt similar programs. I applaud you for making a difference. Please contact me so that I can start a simialr movement in my town. Thanks. |
| Owasso OK | |
| | In the midst of a crowd a stranger walked up to my wife and discretely informed her that she had a tear in the back of her dress that could be seen through. This obviously would be a major embarasssment. My wife thanked her and then concealed the problem with a scarf. Later I approached the unknown samaritan and gave her a Character Coin for her honosty and dicretion. She was shocked at the act of gratitude and moved. She felt that the coins were a wonderful expression of recognition and vowed to share the coin in a positive manner. The quiet good deeds often go unrecognized but can have the largest negative affet if left undone. It was nice to give back to someone who had just reached out a hand of kindness. |
| Owasso, Ok | |
| | This is an ~AMAZING~ program! Since receiving my coin two weeks ago at a football game, I have been witness to more acts of character around me than I could ever imagine existed! Thank you! I feel Blessed to be seeing people in such a positive light! Feeling the coin in my pocket, reminded me every day to be the very best person that I can be, gosh, I thank you for that too! :o)
I have selfishly held on to the coin for two weeks, but had to seize the opportunity to 'pass it forward' at the Owasso high school football game on Thursday, October 18. Here's the story:
At one point during the game, mini footballs were falling from the sky. Well, alright, they were being thrown from the cheerleaders and others down at the field level. I was sitting in row 30 and a surprising number of those balls were reaching the crowd at my level. I watched many people attempting to catch them, but one young boy in particular, caught my eye. I watched him run after several balls, covering alot of ground, working hard to get one. After quite some time, a ball landed in the empty row behind him and he made a dive for it! He was lying belly down on the bleacher, stretching as far as he possibly could to grab that ball with his fingertips. The look of triumph on his face was so much fun to witness! :o) He righted himself and prepared to hold the ball high for all to see. As he turned around to be certain that his parents were watching, his eye caught the eye of a young boy, who had been going for the ball. The first young boy looked at the ball in his hand, put a small smile on his face and reached out to offer the ball to the second young boy. The second young boy was more than happy to accept the ball.
I do not know either boy outside of this incident, but I was (and remain) so proud of that first young boy and his generosity. His parents are obviously doing a fine job raising him! In front of his parents, I told the boy that I seen what he did and that I was proud of him for being so generous. I gave him the coin, explaining the 'character coin' program and thanked him for being a fine young man. It's still fun to picture his beaming smile! I wish I had a million of these coins!!
Blessings! |
| Owasso, Oklahoma | |
| | There is a program at Owasso High School called the Student Mentor Program. It is designed to promote an understanding of students with disablilities. One of our star football players, Brannon Scott, is a student mentor. As I was supervising lunch one day, I saw Brannon eating at a table seated with students with disabilities. As a mentor, this is a normal activity. What was exceptional, however, was the demeanor that Brannon exhibited in this duty. Not only was Brannon talking, laughing, and having a good time, but when one disabled student got up, Brannon stood up, saying "Come here, buddy." The boy (I believe his name is Michael) stepped over to him, and Brannon proceeded to fix his collar, (that was turned in and tucked in his shirt) wipe something off of this boys face, and then give him kind of a high-five as a sign he was good to go! To me, sometimes what appears to be the smallest gesture of kindness are the acts that slowly change the world. That is why I gave my character coin to Brannon Scott.
Lori Kerns
Assistant Principal, Owasso High School |
| Owasso, Oklahoma | |
| | I am the principal of one of the secondary schools in Owasso. A student contacted our School Resource Officer to let him know that another student had a gun. Because this student wasn't willing to allow peer pressure to keep her from letting us know about the gun, we were able to apprehend the student and gun and keep any serious consequences from happening. It is this kind of character that allows us to continue living in a safe society. |
| Owasso, Oklahoma | |
| | This past week, Oklahoma has experienced one of the worst ice storms in history. Many families were devestated by the damage. I have watched Russell Barker jump in with both feet and chain saw and take care of complete strangers. He never once complained or asked for money. He gave of himself when others were asking for money and taking advantages of those who were disadvantaged. He has worked hard and completed the tasks. He gives joyfully without regard to himself. He doesn't look for recognition or return. He continues to help those who need it most. He has cleared tree limbs and trimmed trees for 10 families. He is assisting a gentleman with Muscular Dystrophy in repairing the damage to his house. While assisting with these projects, he still found time to help with Owasso Community Resources Christmas Program for needy children. Russell Barker is truly a man of character. The type of man this world needs more of! |
| Owasso, Oklahoma | |
| | Owasso has a program called Owasso Community Resources. This program is somewhat like the Salvation Army or any organization that is for helping meet needs in the community. We are blessed to have working for OCR Kayla and Mitch Puckett. They volunteer their time for various activities - one being the Christmas giving program. This year OCR had almost 300 families that they were collecting gifts for. Over 500 adults and children. Kayla and Mitch help organize this giving for the past several years. They give of their time and energy so others, mostly children, can have a nice christmas. They give tirelessly of themselves and their own finances to this program. They are enthusiastic, joyful, dependable, caring, compassionate, generous and a whole list of character traits that would take up to much space. Their selfless giving inspires others to do the same. Our community is brighter and better because of Kayla and Mitche's tireless work with OCR. |
| Owasso, Oklahoma | |
| | Owasso has a program called Owasso Community Resources. This program is somewhat like the Salvation Army or any organization that is for helping meet needs in the community. We are blessed to have working for OCR Kayla and Mitch Puckett. They volunteer their time for various activities - one being the Christmas giving program. This year OCR had almost 300 families that they were collecting gifts for. Over 500 adults and children. Kayla and Mitch help organize this giving for the past several years. They give of their time and energy so others, mostly children, can have a nice christmas. They give tirelessly of themselves and their own finances to this program. They are enthusiastic, joyful, dependable, caring, compassionate, generous and a whole list of character traits that would take up to much space. Their selfless giving inspires others to do the same. Our community is brighter and better because of Kayla and Mitche's tireless work with OCR. |
| Owasso, OK | |
| | Norma Whitaker, a resident of the Owasso Baptist Village has been running a store at the village for 20 years. As Norma explained, "Our original intent, and still is, was to provide a degree of independence to those residents who can no longer go shopping at the local market. For myself, and the volunteer helpers, it provides a sense of satisfaction that we are helping others and fulfilling a need for many residents." Mike Shawn, the Campus Director added, " Our village store is such a blessing for residents and staff alike. We have our own personal variety store right here on campus, and the prices are better than Wal-Mart, Norma and her volunteer staff are truly servants."
I think she shows many character traits: Iniative, caring, responsible, reliable, fair, generous, helpful, creative,dependable and many more. It is an honor to know Norma |
| Owasso, OK | |
| | This will indoubtedly be no surprise to anyone who knows Les and Susan Teague- they were presented a character coin. I have known them for many years and have had the advantage of their help in my life often, so much so that when I was presented the opportunity to distribute coins, I immediately began thinking of the best reason to give them one. Last week, during the ice storm,came my perfect solution. Susan called me to see if I needed to use the generator they had, as their power was restored. Come to find out ,they are living with a gaping hole through their bedroom ceiling. An icy tree branch had invaded days before. I was shocked but not too surprised to learn that they are dealing with the aftermath of the cold, the flood, the temporary repair, the insurance, etc., etc. and still thinking of others needs. This incident exemplifies the way the Teagues live their lives and why I immediately thought of them when I read the character traits . |
| owasso,ok | |
| | Igave this coin to some one very special he has helped me through every thing.he's been there sinse I been in school.If I forgot something he would not get on to me.He is awesome.
Sincerley,
Mya |
| Owasso, Oklahoma | |
| | I recently attended a presidential rally that was held in Tulsa. As the candidate was speaking, I began to think about the character needed by an individual to run our country. After the rally, I had a chance to meet this candidate and present a character coin. The candidate seemed to be truly humbled and honored by this gesture. I found myself thinking, "I wonder if he will pass it on?" and "Wow, maybe this simple coin CAN make a difference!" |
| Owasso, OK | |
| | I just started a new business, and received the coin from Waterstone Wealth Management for determination. What a nice thought and touch. We'll send it on! |
| oklahoma | |
| | It is so good to have a coin from school. |
| Owasso, Oklahoma | |
| | I am an 8th grade counselor. I had written a grant to purchase a lap top computer. I use the computer to do presentations to 8th graders on career clusters and on good work ethic. I hope to help students start thinking about their future and positive ways to accomplish those goals. |
| Aston | |
| | Recently, (After my divorce) my Boyfriend and I got into a fight (Not too serious) and when he left I ran into my room and started crying. About an hour later, my son (He is 5) asked "What's wrong?"
I , trying to hold back the tears, answered "My heart is broken..." He looked up at me and said "Well... you can have mine..." I smilied and remembered that a few hours before, my good friend, Stacie, had given me a Character Coin. Remembering that, I opened my son's hand and placed the tiny coin in his hands and said "Pass it on..." |
| Tulsa, OK | |
| | On April 2, the Owasso Character Coin plaque was presented to me by Gary Akin, President of the Owasso Chamber of Commerce. It is something that I will cherish for all the days of my life. The character trait of wisdom is one that I have always enjoyed observing in many individuals that I have worked with over the years.
The Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary defines wisdom as accumulated philosophic or scientific learning : knowledge; ability to discern inner qualities and relationships; insight; good sense; judgment; a wise attitude, belief, or course of action.
To be identified as someone who possesses these traits is an honor that is difficult to fathom. While I have great respect for formal definitions like the one above, I also view wisdom as having the ability to know what not to say or do to be as important as knowing what to say or do in certain situations.
I have been blessed to work with hundreds of people who I consider to be very wise men and women. That includes a wonderfully talented staff at Tulsa Tech. When I think about what people like Harold Charney, a long time resident and community leader in Owasso and a 35 year member of the Tulsa Tech Board of Education, and the wisdom he has demonstrated time after time, I am very thankful for just haven known him and to have had the opporutnity to learn from him.
Thanks to the Owasso Chamber for the honor that was bestowed on me. I will do my very best to uphold all of the character traits promoted by the City of Owasso through its efforts to be a "City of Character."
Gene Callahan, Ed.D.
Superintendent & CEO
Tulsa Technology Center
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| oklahoma | |
| | well my teacher was giving out character coins and I had never heard of them so I thought they were very cool. A week later i fought that my teacher was giving out character coins and I got one. HOW I got a Coin:WELL the book fair was at our school and the teachers daughter wanted a book and I got the book and that ay the book was closing so when I was done with the book I asked my teacher if her daughter would like to borrow my book and she said You are so kind you get a character coin. |
| tulsa,oklahoma | |
| | I gave my coin to my teacher ms. newton because, she helped me as a teacher to learn figurative language and gave me things that really meant alot. but i am very said because, she left on this friday of december the 18 of 2009. To continue to pursue as a teacher i love you very much and will miss you dearly.
Love,
Cortney Hicks |
| Owasso OK | |
| | I my coin for being respectful in the lunch room at Stone Canyon Elementry. This is how I got my first Character Coin. |
| Nashville, TN | |
| | 2 years ago my fiance was killed at work when a man came in and robbed them. My world as I knew it died the night that Chris was killed. I knew that if I did nothing then Chris died for nothing and I could not let that happen.. so I got involved with Character Counts and we began to reach out to our youth about Choices & Consequences. I received a letter from a girl named Emily that has attended a few of my events telling me that she had read an article about Character Coins and called and requested one because it made her think of me. She mailed the coin to me. I work so hard to be sure that others will hopefully never experience the pain that I have been thru. To receive confirmation in something as simple as a coin brought me tears of thankfulness and joy. I love the movement to reward good behavior. I will pay that forward so that someone else can experience the good feeling of a good deed.
This is a reminder that good can always prevail. Thank you Emily and Character Coin! |
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