As Catholics, we believe that every person is sacred, and our lives – body, mind and soul – should be treated with respect. Called to Protect for Young Children is our diocesan safety education program designed specifically for elementary grade students. CTPC is not human sexuality education and should be considered another age-appropriate education component of their development.

In the Diocese of Austin, parishes and Catholic schools are required to present CTPC to students in kindergarten through fifth grade every school year, building sequentially on developmentally appropriate topics each year.