The St. Mary's Way
The St Mary’s Way is based on the mission of the church and academy and is built around a way of living and working together as a community centred on Pope Francis’ modern day beatitudes:
Imageo Dei
Serving
Gratitude
Stewardship
Forgiving
Prophetic
Imageo Dei
RESPECTING GOD IS IN EVERYTHING WE SEE
- We see the value of every member of our community.
- How we speak to others is a reflection of our care for them.
- We will leave no member of our community feeling alone or that they don’t belong.
- As people made in the image of God, we act with honesty and integrity.
- Each day represents a chance to grow in wisdom.
Serving
A SERVING COMMUNITY
- We look out for the needs of others.
- Our behaviour should not harm the learning of others.
- We try to empathise and understand those who may be struggling.
- We see our role in the community as being there to help and encourage each other.
Gratitude
A COMMUNITY OF GRATITUDE
- Staff and students thank each other at the end of each lesson.
- We show appreciation for all that is done for us in the Academy, whoever has done it.
- We recognise the expertise of those who work in the academy.
- We recognise that education is a privilege not enjoyed by everyone around the world.
- We appreciate the people we share this place with and from whom we can learn.
Stewardship
A COMMUNITY OF STEWARDSHIP
- We look after the things we need to help us learn.
- We regard all of the academy as ours to look after.
- We cultivate our talents and use them for the good of ourselves and others.
- We play all of our roles with our best efforts.
- We respect the academy environment and enable it to be enjoyed by everyone.
Forgiving
A FORGIVING COMMUNITY
- We avoid unnecessary conflict, often by talking it through.
- We are not quick to take offence or to ‘hit back.’
- We know the power of words to heal arguments and rebuild relationships.
- We work hard to forgive each other and ourselves.
Prophetic
A PROPHETIC COMMUNITY
- We recognise the power of our words.
- We speak the truth with compassion.
- We ensure that everyone is treated fairly.
- We keep a special eye out for those who may feel vulnerable.
