CASE STUDY | From Crisis to Continuity: How Corpus Christi School Reimagined Learning and Communication with WELA+

When the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted traditional education, Corpus Christi School faced a challenge shared by many schools across the Philippines: how to continue teaching, learning, and school operations without face-to-face classes. What followed became a story of resilience, innovation, and meaningful digital transformation, powered by WELA+.

The Challenge

Before adopting WELA+, Corpus Christi School relied heavily on traditional, manual processes for recording grades, keeping student records, and coordinating across offices. Teaching and learning were designed almost entirely for face-to-face delivery.

When in-person classes were no longer possible, the school had no established platform to:

• Sustain online teaching and learning
• Maintain close communication among teachers, students, parents, and administrators
• Store and retrieve academic records efficiently

The absence of a centralized digital system made it difficult to respond quickly to the evolving needs of students and families during the pandemic.

Most Loved WELA Services at Corpus Christi School

Over time, several WELA services stood out as essential tools that the school community truly valued and relied on:

1. SILID (Learning Management System)

SILID became the heart of online learning at Corpus Christi School. Teachers and students used it during synchronous classes to continue lessons when face-to-face sessions were not possible. It empowered teachers to stay creative and deliver meaningful, engaging instruction despite the limitations of remote learning.

2. Digital Grades and Records Management

Teachers and administrators appreciated how WELA made the submission, storage, and retrieval of grades and school records faster and more convenient. What used to be manual and time-consuming became organized, accessible, and reliable.

3. WELA+ Parent Mobile App for Announcements and Parent Communication

Parents and guardians especially valued the WELA+ Parent Mobile App. It gave them a dependable channel to receive school announcements, updates, and important information, helping them feel more informed, involved, and connected to school life.

4. Centralized Coordination Across School Offices

WELA enabled smoother coordination among different school offices and units. By working on one system, departments could collaborate more efficiently and reduce delays caused by fragmented or manual processes.

Life with WELA+: What Changed

1. Continuity of Learning

WELA+ allowed Corpus Christi School to respond effectively to the challenges of online teaching and learning during the pandemic. Even when face-to-face classes were not possible, teachers continued delivering meaningful and engaging lessons through SILID.

The platform supported and sustained teachers’ creativity, helping them design lessons that kept students engaged despite the limitations of remote learning.

2. Stronger Collaboration Among Stakeholders

WELA+ facilitated closer interaction and cooperation among teachers, administrators, students, and parents. Communication became more timely, organized, and accessible.

Parents and guardians, in particular, appreciated having more venues to stay informed and updated on:

• School activities
• Announcements
• Academic matters

This improved transparency strengthened trust between the school and families.

3. Smarter Record-Keeping and Reporting

With WELA+, Corpus Christi School moved away from purely traditional record-keeping.

Teachers and administrators could now:

• Store, retrieve, and review grades more conveniently
• Access school records more efficiently
• Coordinate across offices and units with greater ease

What once required manual tracking and multiple follow-ups became a smoother, more reliable process.

Measurable and Observable Impact

While the transformation was not just about numbers, several key outcomes stood out:

• Faster and more efficient submission and storage of grades and records
• Improved coordination among school offices and units
• Increased parent engagement through digital announcements
• Positive feedback from major stakeholders

Parents expressed appreciation for having more accessible and consistent communication channels, making them feel more connected to school life even during remote learning.

A Milestone in Digital Transformation

One of the most meaningful milestones for Corpus Christi School was the overwhelmingly positive feedback from stakeholders regarding WELA+’s services.

Teachers, administrators, and parents recognized how WELA+ helped the school not only survive the challenges of the pandemic, but also emerge with better systems and stronger collaboration.

Voices from the School

According to the school leadership, WELA+ played a crucial role in supporting both teaching and school operations:

Moving Forward

Even after the pandemic, the benefits of WELA+ continue.

What started as an emergency response tool has now become a long-term digital partner, helping Corpus Christi School:

• Sustain efficient record-keeping
• Maintain strong communication with parents
• Support innovative teaching approaches
• Strengthen collaboration across the school community
  
  Voice of the Community: Official Testimonials

Conclusion

Corpus Christi School’s journey with WELA+ is a powerful example of how the right education technology can empower schools to adapt, connect, and grow.

From ensuring learning continuity during a global crisis to building a more efficient and collaborative school environment, WELA+ has helped Corpus Christi School transform challenges into lasting progress.