Many were shocked at Will Smith's defiant and angry smack across the face of Chris Rock at the recent Academy Awards ceremony honoring movie celebrities. Smith later won a prestigious award for bringing to screen a story about the father of two tennis stars.
What are the takeaways for our students: Will Smith's movie character, Smith himself as a celebrity to be given status and approbation whatever he does that makes news, or Chris Rock for his grace? Who gives the narrative of character to our future leaders? Who are better role models for good character—celebrities or heroes? Read on for more perspective on the topic.
