Firstly a thank you for the warm welcome I have received from students and staff. It is evident the Corpus Christi community has a deep commitment to developing the faith, learning and well-being of every student. 

This year our school will be increasing its emphasis on Positive Behaviour for Learning (PB4L). This Diocesan mandated framework is a crucial way in which we bring together faith, learning and well-being in our Catholic school. Students, staff and parents all have a part to play in PB4L, ensuring we are on the same page to create a positive and supportive learning environment for everyone at Corpus Christi Catholic High School. The initial focus areas for our PB4L team will be:

• Attendance - arriving to school on time and ready to learn, and maximising student learning opportunities during class time.
• Playground Expectations - including an emphasis upon expected behaviours at the canteen.
• Uniform - student voice project, accountability.

A reminder about policies and expectations in the following areas (as outlined in our student handbook):

Attendance

Attendance expectations at Corpus Christi are aligned with Diocesan Policy and Procedure and emphasise the partnership between school and home. All staff are involved in supporting regular attendance and LCLAs play a key role in communication with families in regards to attendance patterns and concerns. House Coordinators facilitate time during pastoral team meetings to review and assess attendance data. 

Families will consult the CEDoW Attendance Policy and CEDoW Attendance Procedure to ensure they meet legislative requirements, especially concerning absences and planned leave.

Responsible Use of Technology

At the commencement of each school year students and their parents make a renewed commitment to uphold the CEDoW Responsible Use of Technology Agreement.

In 2023, the NSW Government banned the use of mobile phones in its schools. This legislation supports the enforcement of Corpus Christi’s zero-tolerance toward student mobile phone use. Students breaching this expectation will be directed to Student Services to place their phones away safely until 3:00pm.

Airpods/earphones are also not to be used unless in the context of a classroom activity (as directed by a Learning Advisor).

Thank you for your continued partnership in building a positive school community.