St John Bosco College

The Dharawal People have their own living culture and heritage, and are the Traditional Custodians of the Land where St John Bosco College resides. Their wisdom and ongoing connection to Country has continued for thousands of years and is what inspires us in making positive actions towards reconciliation. We have committed to learn more about First Nations histories, cultures, languages and customs at St John Bosco College. We are working with the local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community, forming stronger relationships as we respectfully include Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and perspectives across the curriculum and College. We want reconciliation at our College to have a focus on empathy as this is gained from a deeper understanding of Australia’s true histories and recognition of the relationship between past, present and future. Embedding a foundation of respect and harmony amongst different cultures is a priority in our College. We are building cultural awareness with staff and students; aimed at eliminating racism and strengthening the relationships between wider members of our College community and First Nations staff, students, and families. Our vision is for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff and students to feel culturally safe and appreciated within our College, and for all staff and students to feel pride in learning and celebrating Australia’s First Peoples’ histories, cultures, languages and customs during their time at St John Bosco College. Our shared pride in  First Nations cultures and heritage, and continuing contributions is a legacy that will continue to strengthen throughout the College over time and be passed on to each new generation of students that are welcomed into our school community. We believe we can walk together into a stronger future. Committing to reconciliation by promoting understanding, valuing and respecting cultures within our school and wider community.