2026-2027 Parent Handbook - Flipbook - Page 68
Manners & Morals
At Carden Conejo School, we believe that education is not complete without the development of moral
character. Academic excellence and personal growth go hand in hand, and our Manners & Morals curriculum is
designed to nurture thoughtful, confident, and compassionate young people who understand that who they
become is just as important as what they achieve. Rooted in traditional Judeo-Christian values, our approach
emphasizes kindness, honesty, humility, gratitude, compassion, service, and respect for others. These timeless
principles provide a moral foundation that helps students develop a strong sense of right and wrong, personal
responsibility, and integrity.
At Carden, good manners aren't reserved for special occasions. They are simply a way of life. Walk through our
hallways and you'll hear students cheerfully wishing teachers, classmates, and visitors "Good morning!" You'll
see children confidently shaking hands with adults, making eye contact when speaking, and holding doors
open for others. Students learn to greet guests warmly, show respect for their elders, offer assistance without
being asked, and demonstrate kindness in even the smallest interactions. These gestures may seem simple,
but they reflect something much deeper: a genuine consideration for others that becomes second nature to a
Carden student.
