THE
PLEDGE
UPON MY HONOR, I Pledge
· · To prepare myself by diligent study
and ardent practice to become a worker whose services
will be recognized as honorable by my employer and fellow
workers.
· · To base my expectations of reward
upon the solid foundation of service.
· · To honor and respect my vocation in
such a way as to bring repute to myself.
· · And further, to spare no effort in
upholding the ideals of the Skills USA
THE
CREED
I Believe in the Dignity of Work
I hold that mankind has advanced to his present culture
through the intelligent use of his hands and mind. I
shall maintain a feeling of humbleness for the knowledge
and skills that I receive from craftsmen, and I shall
conduct myself with dignity in the work I do.
I Believe in the American Way of Life
I know our culture of today is the result of freedom
of action and opportunities won by our American forefathers,
and I will uphold their ideals.
I Believe in Education
I shall endeavor to make the best use of knowledge,
skills, and experience that I learn in school in order
that I may become a better workman in my chosen occupation
and a better citizen in my community. To this end I
will continue my learning both in and out of school.
I Believe in Fair Play
I shall through honesty and fair play respect the rights
of my fellow man. I shall always conduct myself in the
manner of the best craftsmen in my occupation, and treat
those with whom I work as I would like to be treated.
I Believe Satisfaction is Achieved by Good Work
I feel that compensation and personal satisfaction received
for my work and service will be in proportion to my
creative and productive ability.
I Believe in High Moral and Spiritual Standards
I shall endeavor to conduct myself in such a manner
as to set an example for my fellow man by living a wholesome
life and by fulfilling my responsibilities as a citizen
of my community.
