Integrity Warm-Up: What Do You See?

Instructions:
1. Look at the image projected on the screen (teacher to provide a simple, ambiguous image, e.g., an optical illusion or a picture with hidden elements).
2. On a piece of scrap paper, write down the first three things you notice without thinking too much.
3. Now, consider the phrase 'doing the right thing.' How does what you choose to see, or how you interpret what you see, relate to making good choices in life? Do you look deeper? Do you consider different perspectives?
4. Be ready to share one thought with a partner or the class.

Integrity Reflection Activity: My Moral Compass

Instructions: Read each scenario below and think about what "doing the right thing" would look like. Write down your thoughts.

Scenario 1: The Forgotten Wallet

Imagine you are walking home from school and find a wallet on the sidewalk. You open it and see a student ID from your school and a significant amount of money. No one else is around.

• What is the "right thing" to do in this situation?
  
  
  
  
• What might be tempting to do, but would not be doing the right thing?
  
  
  
  
• How would returning the wallet make you feel? Why?
  
  
  
  

Scenario 2: Group Project Dilemma

You are working on a group project, and one of your teammates isn't doing their share of the work. The deadline is approaching, and you're worried about your grade. Your other teammates suggest just doing their part for them and not saying anything to the teacher.

• What is the "right thing" to do to ensure fairness and uphold academic honesty?
  
  
  
  
• What are the potential consequences if you just do their work for them?
  
  
  
  
• How could you approach this situation with integrity and still be a good teammate?
  
  
  
  

Scenario 3: Speaking Up

You hear a classmate spreading a rumor about another student that you know isn't true. The student being talked about isn't there, but you feel uncomfortable.

• What is the "right thing" to do in this situation?
  
  
  
  
• What are some challenges you might face if you choose to speak up?
  
  
  
  
• How does speaking up for someone else demonstrate integrity?
  
  
  
  

The Art of Doing Right: A Visual Exploration of Integrity

Project Goal

Create an original piece of artwork that visually represents your understanding of "integrity" or "doing the right thing."

What is Integrity?

Remember, integrity means doing the right thing, even when no one is watching. It's about being honest, fair, and having strong moral principles.

Your Task

Your artwork should be a visual response to the question: "What does integrity look like?"

Think About:

• Symbols: What objects or images can represent honesty, fairness, courage, responsibility, truth, or doing good? (e.g., a strong tree, a balanced scale, a lightbulb, a shield, a guiding star, open hands)
• Colors: What colors come to mind when you think about integrity? (e.g., bright, clear colors for truth; strong, deep colors for conviction)
• Shapes/Forms: Can certain shapes convey a feeling? (e.g., solid shapes for strength, flowing lines for understanding)
• Metaphors: How can you show an abstract idea in a concrete way?

Materials

You can use:

• Paper (provided)
• Pencils for sketching
• Markers, colored pencils, or crayons for color
• (Optional) Magazines to cut out images for a collage, glue sticks

Steps:

1. Brainstorm (5 minutes): On your art paper, jot down or sketch small ideas. What symbols, colors, or scenes come to mind when you think of integrity? Look back at our discussion and your reflection activity for ideas.
2. Sketch (10 minutes): Create a light pencil sketch of your main idea on your art paper. Don't worry about perfection, just get your ideas down.
3. Create (Remaining Time): Begin adding color and detail to your artwork. Focus on making your message clear and meaningful.

Sharing & Display

When finished, we will display our "Art of Doing Right" pieces to inspire others and continue our conversation about the importance of integrity.