Responsible Relationships Program

This program aims to help older students (15+) to wisely and maturely manage their interaction and relationships in the dormitory, at home, at school, at work, with friends and on social media. It aims to help them become responsible adults and behave as responsible adults.

Purpose of the program

As children grow into teenagers and young adults, they face increasingly complex social interactions. Many of our students come from backgrounds of abuse, neglect and dysfunction, which can make healthy relationship-building challenging.

The Responsible Relationships Program provides structured guidance to help older students navigate these interactions wisely and maturely. It equips them with the skills and understanding needed to build positive, healthy relationships throughout their lives.

Areas of focus

The program addresses relationships across multiple contexts:

• In the dormitory: Living with peers, sharing spaces, resolving conflicts
• At home: Interacting with family members, understanding family dynamics
• At school: Peer relationships, teacher-student interactions, academic collaboration
• At work: Professional conduct, workplace relationships, employer interactions
• With friends: Building healthy friendships, peer pressure awareness
• On social media: Digital citizenship, online safety, responsible communication

Expected outcomes

Through the Responsible Relationships Program, students develop:

• Emotional intelligence and self-awareness
• Conflict resolution skills
• Respect for others and healthy boundaries
• Responsible digital citizenship
• Professional conduct and workplace readiness
• The ability to become responsible adults who contribute positively to society

These skills are essential for students as they transition from the sheltered environment of St. Catherine of Siena into independent adulthood.