The Indianola Parks & Recreation
Commission established a policy in 2005 to include Character Counts in
the youth recreation and sports programs. This is being done by
incorporating information about the 6 pillars of good character into
the program activities which best relate to the type of activities
being done. The youth sports programs are also using elements of the
Pursuing Victory with Honor program. Plans are being made and
sponsors secured to put Character Counts signs displaying the six
pillars at recreation program facilities to help increase public
awareness and remind both participants and spectators to display good
character. By including Character Counts in the recreation programs
and parks, the Parks & Recreation Commission hopes to help build a
better community filled with youth, families and adults who display
trustworthiness, responsibility, fairness, respect, caring and
citizenship.
