Scent of character
We are partnering with members of the Atlas of Creative tools team to explore how character development is kindled through storytelling. Scent of Character is a medium through which students, teachers, staff and administrators share important moments from their lives that engage our senses and stir our imaginations. The collection touches on issues many of us are experiencing today and includes practices that help you reflect on others’ experiences and learn from your own stories.
Moral stories
What does it mean to live our morals in everyday life? How does our understanding of morality affect how we communicate and build relationships in educational environments? In this collection of Scent of Character stories, people share how the moral assets help them make decisions in difficult situations, connect with others, and create accountability. Explore moral character through the experiences of others, as well as your own.
Civic stories
What does civic engagement look like in educational spaces? How do the choices we make in leadership roles help students and teachers know that they are valued for who they are? In this collection of Scent of Character stories, people describe how they have internalized the civic assets to grow alongside students and in collaboration with others. Explore civic character through the experiences of others, as well as your own.
Intellectual stories
What happens when we harness the full power of our intellect to create the spark that leads to more just, equitable, and inclusive futures? How do we validate the lived experiences of ourselves and of others so that our ways of thinking become more responsive to change and less exclusive? In this collection of Scent of Character stories, people describe how they bring forth inner processes to help shape their relationships with others, as well as with their work. Explore intellectual character through the experiences of others, as well as your own.
Performance stories
What do you draw on to keep going during challenging moments? How do you find the clarity needed to recognize when it’s time for a change, or when it’s time to be changed? In this collection of Scent of Character stories, people unpack how the development of their own character is intimately tied to the stories and circumstances of those around them. Explore performance character through the experiences of others, as well as your own.