§ 158.005

158.005 Definition of 'character education.' As used in KRS Chapters 156 and 158, unless the context requires otherwise, 'character education' means instructional strategies and curricula that: (1) Instill and promote core values and qualities of good character in students including altruism, citizen ship, courtesy, honesty, human worth, justice, knowledge, respect, responsibility, and self -discipline; (2) Reflect the values of parents, teachers, and local communities; and (3) Improve the ability of students to make moral and ethical decisions in their lives. Effective: July 14, 2000 History: Created 2000 Ky. Acts ch. 162, sec. 1, effective July 14, 2000.