Spirit of Great Oak

Mission & Values

Mission:

To provide experience for all band and color guard students that enhance their appreciation for music and performance, enhance personal integrity, and encourage teamwork.

Values:

Trustworthiness

Be honest - Don't deceive, cheat or steal.

Be reliable - do what you say you will do.

Have the courage to do the right thing.

Build a good reputation

Be loyal - stand by your family, friends and country.

Respect

Treat others with respect - follow the golden rule - Be tolerant of the differences - Use good manners, not bad language - Be considerate of the feelings of others - Don't threaten, hit or hurt anyone - Deal peacefully with anger, insults and disagreements.

Responsibility

Do what you are supposed to do - persevere, keep on trying! - Always do your best - Use self-control - Be self-disciplined - Think before you act, consider the consequences - Be accountable for your choices.

Fairness

Play by the rules - Take turns and share - Be open-minded; listen to others - Don't take advantage of others - Don't blame others carelessly