CATHOLIC VALUES EDUCATION An adaptation of Bronagh Crook’s original presentation Presented by Karen O’Rielly, RE Advisor CISO Hamilton at the Catholics at the Cutting Edge Conference Rotorua October 2008

Objectives: To explore a range of ideas from where you, as Catholic School teachers can get values To go away with an idea of where you want your school to go in the future… in regard to Gospel values

“…I have come that you may have life and have it to the full.” John 10:10 Henri Martin

What are our values in our school? What values are not negotiable? Reflect on a piece of paper Values

Revised NZ Curriculum Excellence Innovation, inquiry and curiosity Diversity Equity Community and participation Ecological sustainability Integrity Respect themselves, others and human rights THESE SHOULD BE CONSIDERED AND EXPLORED

Key Competencies Thinking Relating to Others Using language, symbols and texts Managing Self Participating and Contributing

Values Key Competencies Values What is it for your school? Key Competencies Values Key Competencies Values Faith

History of Values Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth. Blessed are those that hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled. Blessed are the merciful, For they will receive mercy. Blessed are the peacemakers, For they will be called children of God. Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness ’ sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are you when people revile you and persecute you and utter all kinds of evil against you falsely on my account. Rejoice and be glad, for your reward is great in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets who were before you. Matthew 5:3-12

History of Values: Gifts of the Holy Spirit A shoot springs from the stock of Jesse, A scion thrusts from his roots: On him the spirit of Yahweh rests, A spirit of wisdom and understanding, A spirit of counsel and power, A spirit of knowledge and of the fear of Yahweh, (the fear of Yahweh is his breath.) He does not judge by appearances, He gives no verdict on hearsay, But judges the wretched with integrity, And with equity gives the verdict for the poor of the land. Isaiah 11:1- 4

History of Values: Fruits of the Holy Spirit But the fruit of the Spirit is: Galatians 5:22-23

Founders - Charism What values did they bring?

Learning Outcomes or Learning Intentions ‘…I have come that you may have life and have it to the full.’ John 10:10 REVERENCE UNDERSTANDING WONDER AND AWE COURAGE RIGHT JUDGEMENT WISDOM KNOWLEDGE

Success Criteria: Fruits of the Holy Spirit Self-control Love Joy Gentleness Wisdom Knowledge Understanding Right Judgement Reverence Wonder and Awe Courage KindnessGenerosity Patience Faithfulness Peace

Prudence – an ability to see what is virtuous and what is not. Directs actions in the right direction. Justice – doing what is righteous. Regulates relationships. Fortitude – having the moral strength and courage to stand up for what is right and just. Temperance – righteous habit. Restrains from impulses. Four Cardinal Values

Three Theological Virtues 1 Corinthians 13:13

The Declaration -Provide Catholic Education -Strive for Educational Excellence -Contribute to the Church’s Mission -Contribute to Society New Zealand Catholic Education Office (2007 edition)

Established Values come from…

Community How do you engage them? Who else?

Challenge! To facilitate your community so that everyone is happy with the values that are being taught from the school Having your community on board is imperative!

Thinking…about your school! Y Look Like Sound Like Feel Like

Where to from here….? What is your vision of what a student should look like in terms of their faith development when they come to leave your school at the end of Year 8? What would they look like? sound like? feel like? Graduate Profile…

“…I have come that you may have life and have it to the full.” John 10:10 Henri Martin