Justice in the Local Community
Belief in the inherent dignity of the human person is the foundation of all Catholic social teaching. Human life is sacred, and the dignity of the human person is the starting point for a moral vision for society. This principle is grounded in the idea that the person is made in the image of God. The person is the clearest reflection of God among us. This teaching rests on one basic principle: individual human beings are the foundation, the cause and the end of every social institution (Mother and Teacher, 1961, n.219).
A just school is faithful to Catholic social teaching when its policies, structures and practices promote the dignity of all members of the community. Of central importance is the establishment of positive relationships and decision-making processes that respect the dignity of individuals and promote the common good. These are reflected in significant areas of school life such as enrolment procedures, decisions about curriculum, school fees and levies, academic reporting and behaviour support.
A just school is faithful to Catholic social teaching when its policies, structures and practices promote the dignity of all members of the community. Of central importance is the establishment of positive relationships and decision-making processes that respect the dignity of individuals and promote the common good. These are reflected in significant areas of school life such as enrolment procedures, decisions about curriculum, school fees and levies, academic reporting and behaviour support.
Each Person, a Reflection of God
- Justice themes permeating school liturgies, classroom prayer and school prayer assemblies.
- Caritas - Project Compassion Lenten focus.
- October Catholic Mission Month (Socktober)
- St Vinnies Christmas appeal.
- Uganda Appeal- trash and treasure.
Policies, Structures and Processes to Promote Justice
- The installation of solar panels and the adoption of paper audits to reduce the school's carbon footprint.
- The Parents and Friends support for students and their families who have been selected for state sporting team representation.
- Regular Individual and family private and personal interactions with staff members including the principal.