This term, our school will be focusing specifically on our school value RESPECT.  

The dictionary meaning of the word ‘RESPECT’: to take notice of; to regard with honour and special attention; to regard as worthy of special consideration; hence, to care for; to heed.

As a Catholic school, we follow the following ‘Catholic Social Teaching’ themes – which are all about RESPECT

• Life and the Dignity of the Human Person. ...We are made in God’s image so we each have a God-given dignity…every person is precious
• Family, Community, and Participation. ... All people are called to participate in family and community. The role of people in power is to look after the good of all.
• Rights and Responsibilities. ... All people have a duty and responsibility - to one another, to family, and to society to make sure human dignity is protected and a healthy community achieved 
• Preferential Option for the Poor and vulnerable. ...We live in an amazing world with enough resources for everyone. Yet, many miss out. It is our responsibility to help them.
• The Dignity of Work and the Rights of Workers. …Work has DIGNITY. It is more than a way to make a living; it is a form of participation in Gods creation.
• Solidarity. ... We should commit ourselves wholeheartedly to the good of all, to stand in solidarity with our one human family.
• Care for our common home. … We are responsible for looking after the world we live in and the people who live in it

During this term, your children will be learning that Christians are called by Christ to value and respect ourselves, each other and all of creation; and they will be learning what this ‘looks like’ in their lives.

Every person is made in the image of God.

Every person is the clearest reflection of God among us. 

Every life is created by – and belongs to – God, and so…

Every life is holy and sacred.

Every aspect of creation is holy and sacred.