1. Catholic Social Teachings
How can we put them into practice?

2. 1. Life and Dignity of the Human Person
Treat all with respect
Don’t judge or look down on anyone
Remember that we are all children of God
Remember that you are God’s wonderful creation

3. 2. Call to Family, Community and participation
Stick by your friends and classmates
Get involved in service around the school. E.g. St Vinnies, breakfast club (seniors), nursing home visits and the fair trade stall.
Invite people in to your friendship group
Report bullying

4. 3. Rights & Responsibilities
Be responsible in all your duties. E.g. do homework
If you make a promise, keep it
You have the right to a good day
Be responsible in how you act to make sure that you have a good day
Be on time to things

5. 4. Option for the Poor & Vulnerable
Help those that need assistance. E.g. if someone is upset ask them if they need anything.
Donate what you can to charity
Look out for people who are vulnerable or lonely in your class and be kind to them

6. 5. The Dignity of Work & the Rights of Workers
Be grateful for your opportunity to be at high school
Take your work seriously and work hard
Treat your teachers with respect
When you have the choice, try to buy fair trade products to help others to work in a dignified trade

7. 6. Solidarity Recognise that we are all one human family
Treat everyone with acceptance & respect.
Donate your unwanted clothes and items to charity shops so that there are more affordable things for those with less money.
Pray for the less fortunate

8. 7. Care for God’s Creation
Reduce, reuse and recycle
Pick up litter that you see
Treat animals and plants with respect
Don’t waste water or electricity