At the Clergy Night, Bishop Richard spoke on the needs of prisoners and their families.
The occasion marked "a wonderful moment for the whole school community."
HRH The Duchess of Edinburgh met students, staff and volunteers.
Bishop Richard presented the award to Marie Ryan at The St Philip Howard Centre in Crawley.
The school community prayed together and had their new Mission statement blessed.
Two new Choral Directors will bring the gift of song to diocesan schools.
The school's new prayer garden, nature area and mosaic Stations of the Cross were all blessed.
Year 9 student Alicia scoops 'Design a Throne' prize!
The princess joined a classroom lesson with the students from Bexhill.
