"Being a Future Ace," says Herb Carnegie,  "means being a good person with feeling in your heart." In essence, the  Future Aces Philosophy is concerned with the way people feel about themselves and others, and how these feelings affect their behaviour.

The Power of Positive Attention

The Future Aces Philosophy is based on the belief that positive attention contributes to and reinforces a person's self-esteem. In seeking to achieve its goals, the philosophy focuses on the positive rather than the negative, by recognizing and encouraging attitudes and actions that are desirable and constructive.

 

A Philosophy for Everyone

The Future Aces Philosophy is inclusive in its outlook. The goals set out in the  Future Aces Creed have universal relevance and will benefit all members of society, regardless of their age, ability, background, and culture. Anyone, including students, parents, and staff, can become a Future Ace by doing his or her best to follow the  Future Aces Creed .

 

A Realistic and Practical Approach

The Future Aces Philosophy respects people for who they are, rather than expecting an impossible ideal. It enables them to develop a sense achievement and self-respect through small successes, which can lead to greater things. Moreover, by providing clear standards against which they can measure their behaviour, the creed helps them to develop the self-discipline and confidence needed to deal with difficult situations. In this way,  Creed helps young people to settle their differences peaceably and thus, contributes to anti-violence both at school and in the home.

 

More than a Reward System - A Life-Long Endeavour

The Future Aces Philosophy  involves a continuous process of learning about oneself and one's relationships with others. In striving to become Future Aces, young people learn attitudes and approaches upon which they can build throughout their lives. It must be emphasized that there is no point at which someone becomes an 'Ace' once and for all. Living up to the Future Aces Philosophy means constantly seeking ways to improve. Future Aces are people who are always trying to do better.