Cardinal Tagle Urges Catholic Schools to Include Students Who Fail
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• Updated on 4 Oct, 2025, 4:21 PM, by KollegeApply
Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle has called on Catholic schools to open their doors to students who may not meet traditional academic entrance exam standards. Speaking at the Catholic Educational Association of the Philippines (CEAP) national convention, Tagle emphasized that inclusion is essential to the mission of Catholic education.
Emphasizing Inclusion in Catholic Education
Cardinal Tagle urged schools to embody “living synodality” by fostering collaboration, empathy, and hope. He highlighted the negative impact of exclusion, warning that rejection from Church-affiliated schools can make students feel alienated or unworthy of belonging to the Church.
- Tagle stated, “When people are told, ‘You did not pass,’ and the one saying it is an institution connected to the Church… some youth say, ‘We are not good enough to belong to the Church.’”
- He noted that exclusion may push students toward isolation and despair, leaving them vulnerable to external manipulation instead of nurturing their potential.
Synodality as a Guiding Principle
The CEAP convention, held from September 30 to October 3, 2025, focused on the theme “Living Synodality as Pilgrims of Hope.” Cardinal Tagle stressed that synodality is a lifestyle of walking together, not just a concept. Key aspects include:
- Respecting freedom and listening deeply in “conversations in the Spirit.”
- Encouraging critical thinking, cultural intelligence, and empathy among students.
- Building schools as spaces where students learn humility and collaborative leadership.
Recognition and Award
For his lifelong dedication to Catholic education and ministry, Cardinal Tagle received the Pro Deo et Patria Award, CEAP’s highest honor. He reiterated that schools must nurture inclusivity, understanding, and holistic growth, ensuring that all students can participate meaningfully in the life of the Church.
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