The Mission of the Boy Scouts of America is to prepare young people to make ethical choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law.

On my honor I will do my best to do my duty to God and my country and to obey the Scout Law; 

To help other people at all times; To keep myself physically strong, mentally awake, and morally straight.

A Scout is

Trustworthy

Loyal

Helpful

Friendly

Courteous

Kind

Obedient

Cheerful

Thrifty

Brave

Clean 

Reverent