For Alabama Schools

Meet Alabama’s character education requirement with GRiT.

Alabama requires a comprehensive character education program in all grades — at least ten minutes of instruction a day. GRiT delivers it, through practice, not worksheets.

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The requirement

What Alabama requires

Code of Ala. § 16-6B-2 — Comprehensive character education program
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Alabama law directs the State Board of Education and every local board to develop and implement a comprehensive character education program for all grades, consisting of not less than ten minutes of instruction per day. The statute places the duty on both the state and local boards.

The law enumerates a long list of character traits to emphasize and also calls for the Pledge of Allegiance to the American flag. It sits within the state’s broader plan-of-instruction standards for public schools.

Traits named in the statute (among others)
CouragePatriotismCitizenshipHonestyFairnessRespect for othersKindnessCooperationSelf-respectSelf-controlCourtesyCompassionToleranceDiligenceGenerosityPunctualityCheerfulnessPatienceSportsmanshipLoyaltyPerseverance
How GRiT delivers it

Alabama’s traits, taught through GRiT

Respect, caring & citizenship
GRiT's relational intelligence core teaches students to read people, communicate with clarity, and repair conflict — respect and citizenship practiced, not just posted.
Self-control & responsibility
Brain-based tools teach students to recognize and regulate the stress response in real time — the foundation of self-control and accountability.
Perseverance & diligence
Real habit rewiring turns intentions into repeatable action, so grit and follow-through are built through practice.
Honesty, fairness & good character
Identity and self-leadership work anchors students in values and intrinsic motivation, the root of durable character.
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Why Alabama schools choose GRiT

Built for the requirement, not bolted on

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Neuroscience-based

Not a feelings worksheet. GRiT teaches how the brain and stress response work, as tools students actually use.

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Measured in real time

GRiT Compass shows growth across five dynamics, so Alabama leaders can report impact, not just activity.

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Live in under a week

Grade-banded for K–12 through college, with a light weekly footprint that fits the school day.

Since using GRiT

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Questions

Frequently asked questions

Does Alabama require character education?

Yes. Code of Ala. § 16-6B-2 directs the State Board of Education and every local board to implement a comprehensive character education program for all grades, consisting of at least ten minutes of instruction per day.

How much character education does Alabama require?

At least ten minutes of instruction per day, in all grades.

Does GRiT meet Alabama's character education requirement?

Yes. GRiT delivers the traits named in the statute through a neuroscience-based, practice-first curriculum for K–12 through college, and measures growth with GRiT Compass.

Who must provide character education in Alabama?

Both the State Board of Education and every local board of education.

Bring GRiT to your Alabama system

Meet § 16-6B-2 with a program that’s live in under a week — and shows the growth.

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This is a plain-language summary of Code of Ala. § 16-6B-2 as of 2026, provided for general information and not as legal advice. Statutes change; always confirm current requirements with your system and the Alabama State Department of Education.