Choosing Character First in the Bosco Community
One of the strongest messages we reinforce in the Bosco community is simple: true success begins with character. Talent may help you get noticed, but character determines how far you go — in the classroom, in athletics, and in life.
Choosing character means showing up the right way every day. It means telling the truth even when it’s uncomfortable. It means treating people with respect, handling adversity the right way, and being consistent whether anyone is watching or not. Character isn’t built in big moments — it is built in the daily choices that most people overlook.
When students commit to character first, everything else becomes easier. They work harder because they take pride in their responsibilities. They lead better because they value the people around them. They learn faster because they accept feedback instead of avoiding it. And they earn the trust that allows them to become real leaders in the Bosco community.
Championship programs succeed because character drives the culture. When character sets the tone, standards stay high, distractions stay low, and the team stays unified. Every student — no matter their role — has the opportunity to influence the environment through the choices they make.
Character is not a skill. It’s a decision. And at Bosco, we choose it first.
Additional Reading:
https://www.dr-brian-wickstrom.com/articles/who-is-brian-wickstrom
https://www.dr-brian-wickstrom.com/articles/brian-wickstrom-leadership-through-accountability
