This document discusses the need for character education in schools. It argues that traditional education focused on passing on cultural values and moral standards, but this broke down in the 1960s with the rise of moral relativism. Values clarification was introduced but had limitations as it was neutral to values and did not build character. The document advocates for character education based on universal values like compassion. It presents a model of education that balances the cultivation of heart/character, teaching of norms/rules, and mastery of knowledge and skills to develop mature character, strong relationships and contribution to society.